John B. Ward Timely Tree Tips 2016

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A message from Jim ward By Jim Ward, ISA Certified Arborist PD-53

forward-thinking — it can take a generation to grow an 80-foot-tall shade tree. The allée of cherry trees lining the walkway into the cemetery add to the property’s charm. Some of these trees are over 100 years old and were planted as a “test” by horticulturalists to see if Japanese cherry trees

Historic photo of the Merion Friends Meetinghouse soon after the sugar maple was planted.

ISA Certified Arborist James Ward and Johnny Vito under a large sugar maple tree at Merion Friends Meetinghouse.

— planned to be gifted to

may take 50 years or more to

Washington D.C. — could

grow a shade tree to maturity,

We are proud to care for the trees at Merion Friends Meeting in Merion. The Meeting was founded in 1682; construction of the meetinghouse began in 1695 and was completed in 1715.

thrive in the Northeast

we need to plan for the long

climate. And thrive they did!

term. We are the stewards

As a community, we need to

of our homes, parks, schools

continue to be practical and

and open spaces. Let’s work

forward-thinking. Although it

together to preserve our

During a recent visit to the Meeting, I walked the property

canopy and plant new trees in

with Hugh Darlington, our arborist who works with members

a thoughtful manner. As we enter our 59th year in

of the Meeting to care for the trees. I was immediately struck by the significant history of the meetinghouse and the

business, I would like thank

grounds. Everything was designed, built and maintained for

our clients for their support.

the long term. From the meetinghouse itself — which has

We will always strive to

been in continuous use for over 300 years — to the walls,

improve our company so that

the fencing, and, of course, the trees. There are several old

we can continue to deliver

sugar maple trees planted close to the meetinghouse. These trees were strategically planted to provide shade during the warm summer months. Planting these trees was practical and

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Mulberry Tree Preservation By Matthew Ward

Ornamental Pruning By Matthew Ward

The Garden as Habitat By Ken LeRoy

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Healthy Soil for Trees By Hugh Darlington

Cherry trees planted over 100 years ago add to the beauty of the Merion Friends property.

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Plant Health Care News ;Emerald Ash Borer ;Pachysandra Woes ;Boxwood threats By Chris Ward

the highest level of professional services for your trees and shrubs.

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Wood Decay fungi By Ken LeRoy


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