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Tree Knowledge for Louisiana Tree Owners.
Guides and videos from arborists who explain the science clearly, with no generic advice.
Guides
Latest Articles.
- When Can a Mature Live Oak Be Saved?How an arborist decides whether an old live oak can be preserved, and when removal really is the right call.
Expert source: Ricky Folse 
Air-Spade Root-Collar Excavation: What It Is and Why It MattersWhy arborists use compressed air to uncover a tree’s root flare, and what they’re looking for.Expert source: Ricky Folse
What to Do When a Storm Damages Your TreeA safety-first checklist for the hours after a storm, and what to do before the next hurricane season.Expert source: Ricky Folse
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Video series
Loving Live Oaks.
Filmed on real properties across South Louisiana.
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Episode 1 · YouTubeCaring for South Louisiana’s live oaksWatch on YouTube
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Episode 2 · YouTubeSaving 200-year-old live oaksWatch on YouTube
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Episode 3 · YouTubeA live oak struck by lightningWatch on YouTube
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Special · YouTubeSaving historic live oaks with Dr. Malcolm GuidryWatch on YouTube
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Short · YouTubeTree bracing done wrong: what to look forWatch on YouTube
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