Articles by
NYC Urban Forestry & Tree Care Specialist
Frank specializes in the technical standards of urban forestry and tree preservation across the five boroughs. He focuses on the health requirements for oak and London plane trees, NYC Parks Department permit protocols, and best practices for managing storm-damaged vegetation in high-density urban environments.
April 15, 2026
Late winter and early spring is the best time to prune most NYC trees, but a handful of species absolutely should not be touched until summer. Here is the species-by-species spring pruning calendar for the five boroughs.
April 8, 2026
Most NYC homeowners do not realize a tree on their own property can still need a Parks Department permit. Here is exactly when you need DPR approval, when you do not, and what happens if you cut without one.
April 2, 2026
Quick Answer: The most common toxic trees for dogs and cats in NY include Red Maple, Black Walnut, Oak, and wild Cherry trees. Ingesting the leaves, nuts, or bark from these poisonous...
March 18, 2026
Quick Answer (Overview): Removing a large tree can either increase or decrease property value depending on its health and location. A healthy, mature "specimen tree" can add 10% to 20% to a...
March 6, 2026
When comparing Stump Grinding vs Stump Removal, your choice depends entirely on future landscaping plans. Grinding shreds the visible wood up to 12 inches below ground level and is highly cost-effective. Total...
February 25, 2026
Table of Contents The Blueprint Blunder Most Homeowners Make What is the Critical Root Zone(CRZ)? It’s Not Just About tree Cutting, It’s About Crushing< How an Arborist helps The New York Permit...
February 11, 2026
Table of Contents The Hardest Decision a Homeowner Has to Make Sign #1: The "Silent Killer" at the Base (Fungal Fruiting Bodies) Sign #2: Structural Defects (The Lean, The Crack, and The...
January 23, 2026
Trees in New York City deal with heat, pollution, compacted soil, and long dry spells. All that stress makes them easier targets for tree scale, a slow-moving pest that weakens trees over...
January 16, 2026
If your magnolia tree is dripping sticky sap or has odd bumps lining the branches, you’re likely dealing with magnolia scale. We see this problem often across New York City and the...
December 29, 2025
Fallen trees can cause serious damage. That means your homeowners' insurance in the New York City boroughs might cover it! We’ll break it down and make it simple to understand, but it’s...
