The LTE must notify, in writing, the appropriate agency within 14 days.
Any Licensed Tree Expert will carry a card that contains their three digit expert number and verifies their status as being licensed.
In Maryland we are proud of our vast quantities of trees, a vital part of the ecology and aesthetic of our beautiful state. Tree services and tree removal are an ongoing part of landscaping and must be handled by knowledgeable experts.
Trees don’t require constant maintenance; but complete neglect, or worse- a botched tree trimming job-. This weakens trees and makes them more vulnerable to other pests, diseases, and infection.
The tents of eastern tent caterpillars are unsightly but rarely cause damage to trees.
In many cases, repeated damage by gypsy moths can kill trees. The Maryland Department of Agriculture Gypsy Moth Program has more information. Call them at Jul 26, Evergreen trees: You can do some light trimming in the summer but save the major pruning for the dormant season.
Sappy hardwoods: You can prune maple, walnut, and birch trees. Some people prefer a summertime prune for these trees because they typically ooze sap when pruned.