Nova Arborist, Urban Tree Enthusiasts

Nova Arborist, Urban Tree Enthusiasts Urban Tree Care Nova Arborist is a team of ISA Certified Arborists and apprentices that have studied and understand the biology of trees.

We offer complete tree care services such as tree preservation, health and maintenance pruning, unique deep root fertilization techniques, tree planting and tree removal.

05/31/2026

A quick look at our perspective when we’re inspecting the upper canopy of a tree. It’s easy to miss dead limbs when looking up from the ground because they blend into the foliage behind them. Once we’re up in a tree we typically find a lot more deadwood that we hadn’t spotted from the ground.

Better decisions make beautiful trees 🌳

Before & after shots of a crape myrtle we pruned for health and structure. The crape myrtle had previously been topped, ...
05/25/2026

Before & after shots of a crape myrtle we pruned for health and structure. The crape myrtle had previously been topped, which triggered lots of crowded, sprouty growth. The dense canopy created a good environment for a scale infestation to take hold. We treated the infestation last year, and this year we pruned the tree to open up the canopy and allow for more light and airflow. A sunny, well ventilated trunk is much less susceptible to scale.

Better decisions make beautiful trees 🌳

Yesterday, we were on the job when we heard the unmistakable crack of a tree trunk splitting nearby. We went over to see...
05/08/2026

Yesterday, we were on the job when we heard the unmistakable crack of a tree trunk splitting nearby. We went over to see what had happened and found a large white pine lying on its side blocking a street. Luckily no one was hurt and there was no significant property damage. We got to work, carefully removing limbs and cutting the trunk back until it was completely clear from the road. We felt quite fortunate to have been able to respond so quickly and clear the road before the blockage caused significant rush hour delays, and we are grateful that no one was hurt when the tree fell.

Nice view from an eastern red cedar in Park View 🌳
05/04/2026

Nice view from an eastern red cedar in Park View 🌳

Let’s see if we can save this struggling old white oak! We pruned the deadwood and started a twice-annual root treatment...
04/28/2026

Let’s see if we can save this struggling old white oak! We pruned the deadwood and started a twice-annual root treatment plan. We’ll be monitoring progress and adjusting the plan as needed. Stay tuned!

Better decisions make beautiful trees 🌳

Every day is earth day here at Nova Arborist! We are lucky to spend our days outside, in and amongst trees, doing our pa...
04/22/2026

Every day is earth day here at Nova Arborist! We are lucky to spend our days outside, in and amongst trees, doing our part to care for the natural world 🌳

The leaves are out and the growing season has begun! It’s going to be unseasonably hot today, and your trees would love ...
04/15/2026

The leaves are out and the growing season has begun! It’s going to be unseasonably hot today, and your trees would love a deep watering (even the mature trees) to help ease them into wakefulness after a long winter slumber. We have watering guidelines on our website under ‘services’. It’s so nice to see the foliage returning to DC again!

Heading out on a white oak limb to lighten the outer canopy over the driveway and make it less prone to storm damage. Be...
04/09/2026

Heading out on a white oak limb to lighten the outer canopy over the driveway and make it less prone to storm damage.

Better decisions make beautiful trees 🌳

Spring time pruning down by the waterfront. DC is looking amazing these days!Better decisions make beautiful trees 🌳 ...
04/02/2026

Spring time pruning down by the waterfront. DC is looking amazing these days!

Better decisions make beautiful trees 🌳

03/27/2026

Sometimes you can’t see a tree’s structural defects from the ground. A thorough canopy inspection by a trained arborist can reveal hollows (like in the video), cracks, decay, broken limbs, and other potential hazards that were not apparent in an initial ground inspection. These hazards can then be mitigated through targeted pruning, support cabling, and if necessary, removal of the tree. As the change of season brings windy days, give us a call to inspect your trees and recommend care plans, so that your trees can remain a safe and healthy part of your landscape.

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