Dendrology Consulting Services
Mobile Laboratory Services
Most cases, results available on site, same visit/ some circumstances, further analysis required-
Level 1 soil test
($60.00 value) Includes soil sampling from up to 3 locations (1 property). Rapid test for Nitrogen, Phosphorous, and Potash, pH test. Includes digital results and recommendations.
Level 2 soil test
($120.00 value) Includes sampling from up to six locations (1 property) Test for N,P,K, pH, and salinity (ESP). Manual test with filtered samples in reactant and reagent solutions, microscopic inspection. Includes all results and recommendations.
Level 3 soil test
($150.00 value) (3 day turn around) Includes sampling from up to 9 locations (1 property) Test for N,P, K, pH, micronutrients, and salinity. Manual test with filtered samples in reactant and reagent solutions. Also includes testing for various contaminants based on visual inspection. Microscopic visual test of structural properties. Measure cation exchange capacity (CEC). Includes all results and recommendations.
Root Inspection
($120.00 value) Root sampling from up to 3 locations. Microscopic visual inspection for signs and symptoms of various biotic and abiotic tree and plant disorders and diseases. Includes all results and recommendations.
Tissue Inspection
($120.00 value) sampled from ground, additional charge for manual ascent) Fifth leaf collection from up to 5 locations (1 species, 1 property) Microscopic visual inspection for signs and symptoms of various biotic and abiotic tree and plant disorders and diseases. Includes all results and recommendations.
Tissue Analysis
($150.00 value) (1 day turn around) sampled from ground, additional charge for manual ascent) Fifth leaf collection from up to 5 locations (1 species, 1 property) lab analysis for leaf and petiole nutrient levels including available micronutrients. Includes all results and recommendations.
Core Inspection
($140.00 value) Core collection from trunk. Microscopic visual inspection for signs and symptoms of various biotic and abiotic tree and plant disorders and diseases. Wood density measurements for torsion and decay. Includes nematode test on appropriate species. Includes all results and recommendations.
Prescription Services
Nutrient, fungicide, antibiotic, pesticide, herbicide application
Prescription soil injection
($120.00 value) injection of High pressure liquid/ water soluble measured nutrients (and/ or pesticide/ medicine) to a 4"-6" depth throughout root zone of target plant/ tree based on species requirements and test results
Prescription microinjection
(Pricing varies) Application of fungicide, bactericide, antibiotic, pesticide, nutrients, injected directly into xylem tissue (usually for acute symptoms)
Foliar application
(Pricing varies) Foliar application of fungicide, bactericide, antibiotic, pesticide, herbicide, nutrients
Other Services
Irrigation assessment
($140.00 value) Up to 10 zones-Evaluate watering practices for effective and efficient watering of plants, trees, and turf. Visually check for leaks, clogs, etc. from damaged equipment. Check controller and reprogram for recommended seasonal watering. List any needed repairs or recommended upgrades to be bid separately.
Root Flare Excavation
($85.00 value) Price is per tree, and up to 12" circumference AGL (($1.00 per circumference inch over 12") Remove material from root crown area up to 2' from trunk and depth as needed to expose upper root flare. Use air pressure, water pressure, and manual tools as needed. Hauling and disposal of excessive material from site may be billed separately.
Educational and Training Services
Pricing varies. Call for details
Tree Pruning 101 classes, Planting and New Tree Care 101, Advanced Pruning, Diagnosis and Trouble Shooting Classes to industry
Consulting and Reporting
Tree Risk Assessment (by TRAQ), Community Tree mapping and evaluation, tree valuation, Construction Tree Protection Zone(TPZ), Plant Healthcare Programs(PHC), Expert witness testimony
Design Services
Pricing varies. Call for details
Irrigation design, planting design, planting details, structural support system design