Tree Trimming: Is Tree Topping Bad for Trees?

In their natural state, trees are magnificent works of nature’s art. At times, trees in populated areas out grow their space and require tree trimming.   This is an example of how not to trim a hardwood tree. All of the natural lines and beauty of the tree were destroyed when someone trimmed this tree […]

The Emerald Ash Borer (agrilus planipennis)

The emerald ash borer (EAB), Agrilus planipennis Fairmaire, is a green jewel beetle native to eastern Asia. It was first found in the United States in 2002. Since then, these beetles devastated millions of ash trees. The adult beetles are emerald green in color and about 1/2″ in length. They feed on the ash foliage […]

Yes, You Should Plant Trees in the Fall

Can’t you feel it in the air? Bitter cold winds are sweeping down from Alaska, and will soon bring signs of first frost to northern Virginia. The regions residents are now spending more time raking leaves of red and orange than they are resting under verdant canopies, but don’t let the shorter days and dropping […]

Five Great Places to Enjoy Fall Foliage Near Washington, DC

Don’t you just love Autumn? Vic’s Tree Service does! The sun is warm, but not hot. The nights are cool and crisp. Campfires burn, and the smell of warm apple cider wafts from open windows everywhere. But perhaps our favorite aspect of Fall is the foliage and oh, the colors. As we creep toward mid-September […]

The Wood That Make Guitars

We’re in the business of cutting down trees.  There are all kinds of reasons people call us for tree service, from removing dead wood to storm damage repair. But instead of information about how or why you may need some tree service, we thought we’d explore some of the beauty that wood provides long after […]

Five Plants That Make Great Roommates

It goes without saying that, at Vic’s, we like trees… big trees, little trees, trees that bear fruit, and trees that don’t. We like evergreen trees, trees that change color in the fall, trees that live outside, and even trees that live inside. Yes, that’s right. Some trees thrive indoors. These, in particular, make decorating a breeze. […]