Posted: January 08, 2021

In this Boston Globe article, George Barth of Hartney Greymont, a Davey Company, in Needham, answers questions about how salt can damage plants, how to recognize salt damage and what to do about it. 

salt damage to trees

George Barth, an arborist and plant health care manager for Needham landscape management firm and Davey company affiliate Hartney Greymont, tells writer Jimmy Morrison how the chemicals used to melt snow and ice on driveways, walks, and patios can harm plants and shares tips on how to protect them. 

To read George's advice, click here

 

The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental and utility infrastructure consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. Established in 1880 and headquartered in Kent, Ohio, Davey has over 12,000 employees who create and deliver sustainable solutions. Davey continues to grow through expertise with the SEED Campus, its newest commitment to training, research and safety. Become part of the Davey legacy by applying today and join one of the top ten largest employee-owned companies in the U.S.

Other News Posts

Screenshot 2026 01 14 133243
Davey In The News

Maintaining Your Trees This D.C. Winter

Lou Meyer from Davey’s mid-Atlantic region shares the subtle clues that could indicate your tree needs care during winter.
Read More
DSC 3103 4928X3280 E35ca0b (1)
Davey In The News

Bay Area Winter Sunshine Isn't Always Good for Trees

George Reno from Davey's Menlo Park office talks about why warm winter days followed by cold nights put trees at risk.
Read More
Two Employees (1)
Two Employees (1)

Get In Touch With Us!

We pride ourselves at Davey Tree on providing prompt, professional and personalized service from certified arborists that live, work and engage in your community. Contact one of our Davey Tree specialists for your residential, commercial, utility, or environmental needs.

Let's Find What
You're Looking For!