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Nearly 200-year-old Tri-State tree could be threatened by nearby highway project. Arbor Doctor called in
JAN 3, 2026
Residents of a small town in Clinton County are uniting to protect a historic tree after hearing it may be threatened by a nearby highway project. (WKRC). Certified master arborist Ron Rothaas of the ...
The Tree Disease and Decline Spiral
DEC 21, 2025
Once autumn leaves have fallen, mistletoe becomes highly visible on large trees throughout Kentucky. Phoradendron, the scientific name for Kentucky’s most common type of this parasitic plant, means ...
Native herbaceous plants and shrubs
APR 11, 2025
| Bottlebrush Buckeye | Aesculus parviflora |
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| Red Buckeye | Aesculus pavia |
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| Alleghany Serviceberry | Amelanchier laevis |
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| Arkansas Amsonia | Amsonia... |
As temperatures warm, Spotted Lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) (SLF) eggs laid last fall will begin to hatch later this spring. The National Phenology Network is forecasting SLF egg hatch in...
Carpenter Ants in Trees
MAR 18, 2025
This past summer, the BEHT Team inspected a tree where a pile of sawdust had accumulated around the base of the trunk. It was carpenter ants, (Camponotus spp.) working within a compromised...
In a past BYGL, you may recall hearing about the National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW), coordinated by the North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA). That B...
Myths and facts - Africanized honey bees.
DEC 16, 2024
Africanized honey bees have been misunderstood and mischaracterized. While they do exhibit unique traits, their management is entirely possible with the right knowledge and skills. It’s ess...
Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) Update
DEC 16, 2024
The spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) (SLF) continues make the news, both locally in Ohio, and across much of the eastern United States. While adult SLF are still active in Ohio, as a...
Spicebush is a valuable native plant in Ohio, known for its aromatic leaves and vibrant fall color. However, recent observations have identified several significant health issues, including...
