Field Notes
Edmonton Tree Care Blog & Field Notes
Practical tree care advice from Edmonton’s local arborists: when to prune, what species to plant, how to spot Dutch Elm Disease, what to do after a storm, and how to keep mature trees healthy through Zone 4a winters.
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News·July 17, 2026
Dutch Elm Disease Is in Edmonton: Andy's Take on CBC
Dutch elm disease has reached Edmonton. City Tree Service's Andy Fitzsimmons explains the risk, the warning signs, and what it means for the city's 90,000 elms on CBC Edmonton AM.
Tree Health·April 20, 2026
Preventing Dutch Elm Disease in Edmonton with Elm Injections
Learn about preventative elm injections using Dutch Trig® to protect Edmonton trees from Dutch elm disease during the critical late spring treatment window.
Tree Health·February 27, 2026
Healthy Soil, Healthy Trees: Common Below-Ground Issues Affecting Edmonton Trees
Five common below-ground soil issues affecting Edmonton trees and practical solutions to prevent long-term decline.
News·February 18, 2026
Private Tree Bylaw Edmonton: A Turning Point for Tree Preservation
Edmonton City Council debates a potential private tree bylaw that could change how mature trees are protected on residential property.
Emergency Services·February 13, 2026
Storm-Damaged Trees in Edmonton: What To Do After High Winds or Heavy Snow
How to assess storm damage on Edmonton trees, what to do safely, and when removal is the only option — guidance from ISA-certified arborists.
Tree Preservation·January 28, 2026
How Edmonton's Mature Neighbourhoods Benefit from Tree Preservation
Why preserving established trees in Edmonton's mature neighbourhoods protects environmental, community and property value that takes decades to replace.
Tree Removal·January 8, 2026
Is Your Tree at Risk? Tree Removal vs Saving Trees in Edmonton
How to tell when an Edmonton tree needs removal versus when preservation is the right call — what to look for and when to call an arborist.
News·December 18, 2025
Thank You, Edmonton — Reflecting on a Year of Growth, Care, and Community
City Tree Service reflects on 2025: team growth, preservation outcomes, community engagement, and what's next for Edmonton's urban canopy.
Tree Health·December 10, 2025
Do I Need to Fertilize My Trees in Edmonton?
When Edmonton trees actually benefit from fertilization, how to test soil first, and why mulch is often a better long-term answer.
Tree Care Advice·November 25, 2025
How to Choose an Arborist in Edmonton
A practical guide to selecting a qualified arborist in Edmonton — what credentials matter, what to ask, and how to compare quotes fairly.
Stump Removal·October 28, 2025
Why You Should (or Shouldn't) Remove That Stump: A Guide for Edmonton Homeowners
What stump grinding involves, when removal makes sense, when leaving the stump is fine, and how the process works on Edmonton properties.
Tree Health·October 13, 2025
Common Tree Diseases in Edmonton (and How to Treat Them)
How to identify and treat six tree diseases common in Edmonton — black knot, fire blight, Dutch elm disease, leaf miners, cedar-apple rust and apple maggot.