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# Seargeant Landscape & Arboriculture: My journey as an arborist began at age 5, but my professional foundation was built at Cal Poly State University, San Luis Obispo, California. I had the distinct honor of being mentored by the legendary Dr. Alex Shigo, the father of modern arboriculture.

This wasn’t just an education; it was learning to understand the biological defense systems of trees (CODIT) and the advanced physiological processes that govern tree life.

Today, as one of the original ISA Certified Arborists, I apply that same high-level science to every consultation and landscape I work on.

## Sitemaps
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## Posts
- [The Hidden Dangers of Epicormic Sprouts Revealed](https://www.sgtlandscape.com/the-hidden-dangers-of-epicormic-sprouts-revealed): You may have seen them. New sprouts growing on the lower trunk, root/trunk flare, or roots of young and adolescent trees. Usually, there are several sprouts growing in a cluster or in small areas. They are growing faster than the other limbs on the tree. They are not what some call “suckers” or “water sprouts”. Most of these sprouts are epicormic, literally new sprouts growing upon the trunk.
- [Don’t Just Plant and Walk Away TM](https://www.sgtlandscape.com/dont-just-plant-and-walk-away-tm): Our first story on tree neglect features an urban tree support product designed to be reused over and over again.

## Pages
- [Blog](https://www.sgtlandscape.com/blog): by FOL-804-free | Jun 18, 2026 | Uncategorized
- [Tree Assessment & Valuation](https://www.sgtlandscape.com/tree-assessment-and-valuation): Comprehensive Tree Assessments: Detailed biological diagnostics to identify pests, diseases, and environmental stressors before they become irreversible.
- [Pre-Construction Tree Protection](https://www.sgtlandscape.com/pre-construction-tree-protection): Scott Seargeant specializes in proactive tree protection. By entering the project during the design phase, we create a barrier of biological safety that protects the "Critical Root Zone," ensuring your trees survive the heavy machinery and high-traffic environment of a job site.
- [Testimonials](https://www.sgtlandscape.com/testimonials): In the world of arboriculture, reputation is built on precision and results. From high-stakes legal counsel to municipal planners and private estate owners, the following testimonials reflect Scott Seargeant’s commitment to excellence. These are the stories of how 47 years of forensic expertise and biological mastery have provided clarity, resolved disputes, and preserved landscapes across North America.
- [Tree Consulting](https://www.sgtlandscape.com/tree-consulting): Many landscape issues are symptoms of deeper, hidden problems. Scott Seargeant approaches tree consulting through the lens of a forensic scientist. Whether it's declining health in a historic estate or structural instability in an urban center, Scott identifies the "root cause" of the issue, providing a roadmap for preservation and long-term sustainability.
- [Arborist Expert Witness](https://www.sgtlandscape.com/arborist-expert-witness): Scott Seargeant provides the technical depth, courtroom experience, and scientific objectivity required to resolve high-stakes arboricultural disputes.
- [Arboricultural Forensics](https://www.sgtlandscape.com/arboricultural-forensics): Arboricultural forensics is the high-level study of tree failure. It requires a deep understanding of wood anatomy, biomechanics, and environmental history. Scott Seargeant doesn't just observe a fallen limb; he investigates the "root cause"—whether it was a latent structural defect, improper pruning years prior, or hidden decay.
- [About Scott Seargeant](https://www.sgtlandscape.com/about-scott-seargeant): The authority of Scott Seargeant is rooted in the very origins of modern tree science.
- [Complex High-End Landscape Design](https://www.sgtlandscape.com/complex-high-end-landscape-design): Where 47 years of biological mastery meet high-end architectural vision.
- [Contact Us](https://www.sgtlandscape.com/contact-us): (559) 799-8805
- [Thank You](https://www.sgtlandscape.com/thank-you): (559) 799-8805
- [Home](https://www.sgtlandscape.com/): My journey as an arborist began at age 5, but my professional foundation was built at Cal Poly State University, San Luis Obispo, California. I had the distinct honor of being mentored by the legendary Dr. Alex Shigo, the father of modern arboriculture.