Splintered Forest Blog

Fruit trees can be a valuable part of any landscape. Whether it’s for their fruit or just their flowers it is important to care for your trees to make sure they are around for years to come.   PRUNING Pruning […]

People from all across the country come to Denver because of the scenic views and lush forests, but unfortunately, a great deal of the forests in the area are being destroyed by mountain pine beetles. Do you have mountain pine […]

Growth regulators are a class of chemicals that cause hormonal changes in plants. The resulting change in hormones can cause the tree to grow in a different manner than if left untreated which results in a regulated growth pattern which […]

  Pruning trees is an important part of maintaining the health and appearance of your landscape, but it is important to take certain precautions when pruning in the winter months. Cold temperatures, ice, and snow can all make tree pruning […]

Many homeowners want to have mature trees on their property. They provide shade, they are pretty to look at, help provide cleaner air in your surroundings, and provide some natural beauty. The downside of trees is that they can get […]

  ‘Tis the season for holiday festivities and Christmas trees!  In order to maximize the enjoyment time, many families like to put out their Christmas trees as early as possible, but if you don’t have a fake tree that means trying […]

Ash trees are a popular native tree species in the United States and are often planted as street or landscape trees. Ash trees are part of the Fraxinus genus and there are various species of ash trees in Colorado, including […]

  If you’re noticing that the leaves on your plants suddenly look like a lacey skeleton, the issue may be Japanese beetles. On the front range of Colorado, Japanese beetles tend to strike in late June, July, and August. They […]