Plant Testing & Diagnostic Services
Clear Answers, Informed Treatments
Using in-house and outside laboratory analysis we can determine key factors affecting your plant's health, from disease, pest, to inadequate soil. After each visit to your property, we will provide a report detailing our findings and any important changes to the landscape we observed. We will also include recommendations for any services that would be beneficial.
Don't keep yourself guessing.
Real solutions to resolve real problems.
Plant testing and diagnostic services are a critical first step in any effective plant health care program. Identifying the underlying cause of decline—whether it stems from pests, pathogens, or environmental stress—is essential before any treatment can begin. Professional arborists often utilize a combination of visual inspections, soil analysis, and laboratory testing to evaluate factors such as nutrient deficiencies, soil composition, and the presence of harmful organisms. This science-based approach removes guesswork and ensures that care recommendations are tailored specifically to the plant’s condition rather than relying on generalized solutions.
Signs and symptomes
of a plant in need:
• Gradual defoliation of plant material
• Wilting of leaves or flowers
• Reduction in fruit production
• Increase in epicormic shoots and water sprouts
• Rapid tree decline & tree failure.
Examples of tree samples we submit for analysis:
• Elm material to test for Dutch Elm Disease or other elm diseases
• Spruce material to test for fungal and insect pathogens
• Any condition we are concerned with and are looking to gather more information on prior to prescribing treatment.
All the benefits of
working with a Plant Health Care expert.
Accurate diagnosis not only improves treatment success but also helps prevent unnecessary costs and long-term damage to the landscape. Many plant issues can present with similar symptoms—such as leaf discoloration or dieback—yet require completely different interventions depending on whether the cause is biotic (like insects or disease) or abiotic (such as compaction or drought stress). By investing in proper testing, property owners can address problems early, protect surrounding plants from potential spread, and promote overall ecosystem health. Ultimately, our experts can provide the foundation for proactive care, supporting stronger, more resilient trees and landscapes over time.
