Landscape Live!

This episode's special guest is Mark Chisholm of Aspen Tree Expert Co. and STIHL. One part acrobat, one part expert rope climber, one part tree physiologist, and several parts competitor and thrill seeker Chisholm is a third-generation, certified arborist with his family-owned Aspen Tree Expert Company in New Jersey. His expertise in tree care has made him a sought-after consultant and industry spokesperson for the world of arboriculture, and he regularly travels the globe to consult with international arborist associations and conducts educational sessions nationwide on behalf of STIHL Inc.Mark discusses how to properly start, grow or integrate tree care into your current business in a safe and professional manner. We will focus on such topics as: -In-house tree work vs. subcontracting (or out-house) -Safety gear (PPE) and safety training (where to get it) -Managing "downed" trees -Proper tree care before, during and after construction -Mulch mountains and volcanoes -Importance and value of