Essential Tree Care Resources

The International Society of Arboriculture’s Trees Are Good—a user friendly resource for best management practices in tree care.
www.treesaregood.org

California Rare Fruit Growers—a must-see site for anyone who works with fruit trees (rare and common).
www.crfg.org

University of California Integrated Pest Management Online—comprehensive information of
pest/disease identification and treatment. Excellent photos.
www.ipm.ucdavis.edu

San Marcos Growers, Wholesale Nursery—a fabulous, local resource for selecting plant material.
www.smgrowers.com


Miscellaneous

Contractors State License Board—check on any licensed contractor here to confirm proper
licensing and insurance. A must-see site before starting any home improvement
project more than $500.
www.cslb.ca.gov

Green Gardener Program—find a gardener with expertise in sustainable practices or sign up
to participate in training program.
www.greengardener.org

Lotusland—the premier estate and botanic garden created by Ganna Walska. Events are always fascinating and fun.
www.lotusland.org

Santa Barbara Beautiful—commemorative tree planting, local projects to enhance our community, and more.
www.sbbeautiful.org

"Arbor Services is committed to building long-term relationships with our clients.  
We take pride in a job well done."   

—Karen Christman, owner

Questions about tree care?    Askanarborist@arborservices.net