Trees and Gardens Consulting, LLC

06/17/2026

Happy to make an impact to more people and their trees and very grateful for the google review!

06/13/2026

We’ve lost elms. We’ve lost ash. Now beech trees are facing a serious threat.

Beech Leaf Disease is spreading across Ohio and affecting both native and ornamental beech trees. Learning the symptoms and acting early may help preserve valuable trees.

Learn more from the Ohio Department of Agriculture:

Beech Leaf Disease Information⁠: https://agri.ohio.gov/divisions/plant-health/invasive-pests/plant-diseases/bld?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Help us spread awareness and protect Ohio’s beech trees. 🌳

06/12/2026

Over the last two weeks, we've been seeing a significant increase in Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) activity across Northeast Ohio.

Those small white, cotton-like masses on the undersides of hemlock branches may not look like much, but this invasive insect has changed entire forest ecosystems throughout the Appalachian Mountains.

In areas of the southern Appalachians, HWA has caused widespread decline and mortality of eastern hemlock populations. Without management, infested trees often decline and die within 5–10 years. Hemlocks are more than just landscape trees—they are a foundation species that create cool, shaded habitats for wildlife, protect stream temperatures, stabilize soils, and help define the character of forests throughout the eastern United States.

If you've ever hiked in the Smokies, the Blue Ridge, or other Appalachian forests, you've likely seen the impact firsthand: dead gray hemlocks standing where dense evergreen canopies once moderated temperature, moisture, and habitat conditions. Researchers have documented extensive hemlock mortality and major ecological changes in affected forests.

What to look for:
• White cotton-like masses at the base of needles
• Thinning foliage
• Needle loss
• Branch dieback
• General decline in tree vigor

Early detection is critical. The sooner an infestation is identified, the more management options are available.

For Ohio residents, the Ohio Department of Agriculture has an excellent resource for identification and management information:
https://agri.ohio.gov/divisions/plant-health/invasive-pests/invasive-insects/hwa

If you're noticing symptoms on hemlocks in your landscape or woodland, consider having them evaluated before significant decline occurs.

06/08/2026

💦 💧Water your plants!💧💦

06/02/2026

Learning the latest on Beech Leaf Disease!

05/29/2026

Mazzy is proud to be preventing Oak Wilt!

05/26/2026

Share this! An ‘Arborist’ and a ‘Certified Arborist’ are not the same thing.

05/22/2026

If you are planting this weekend, make sure you break up the root balls!

05/20/2026

I don’t see these very often in Ohio but I have come across two this month. The good looking ones are being intensively managed to prevent/control blight.

The point is, people often want to add something ‘unique’ to their gardens. Truth: if not many people have it there is likely a good reason why. Don’t fall into that trap as you are expanding your gardens this spring.

Contorted filbert is an ornamental cultivar of European Filbert, (Corylus avellana 'Contorta'), grown for its twisted, gnarly stems. The plant is also sold under the name Harry Lauder's Walking Stick. While it’s unique architecture can be impressive, it’s highly susceptible to a fungal canker th...

05/20/2026

FEATURED MEMBER | May 22, 2026

Bob Bennett
Farsight Management / Owner

Farsight Management Inc. was formed in June 2000. Our focus in business is on providing excellent service and project documentation while maintaining an average investment for our clients. Mr. Bennett, the owner of Farsight Management has 26 years of experience in the Environmental Consulting Industry and 18 years specializing in indoor air quality issues associated with water-damaged buildings.

Mr. Bennett is approved by the State of Ohio to provide training for continuing education credits to Realtors, Insurance Agents, and Sanitarians. Mr. Bennett is also approved by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification to provide continuing education credits to IICRC personnel. His classes address the current industry standards for conducting assessments and completing abatement techniques for mold contamination.

Farsight Management provides the following services:
Lead Paint Abatement
Lead Paint post abatement clearance testing
Asbestos surveys, Operations & Maintenance plans/ Testing
Oversight for Asbestos Abatement Projects During Demolition
Limited Asbestos removal
Mold Abatement
Mold Assessments and Indoor Air Quality Testing
Attic Insulation Removal
Water Damage Dryout

All work performed meets current standard industry practices and guidelines. The performance of all projects is completely documented and a report is prepared for future reference by the client. All primary work is accomplished by our highly trained employees.

Contact Bob:
[email protected]
(330) 602-8338