Bartlett Tree Experts, a scientific tree care company, has expanded its service area in Wilmington with Bartlett Arborist representative Everett Jones now dedicated specifically to the region.

Jones, a North Carolina native who has been with Bartlett since 2010, has extensive prior experience as an arborist climber and local office safety coordinator, according to a news release. As a local office leader, Jones spent seven years teaching safe and proper arboricultural practices "to protect and further the careers of Bartlett’s production team members," the release stated.

“Everett is well-versed in all aspects of arboriculture and has a real passion for trees as well as connecting with people,” Steve Johnston, vice president and division manager of Bartlett’s Southeast Division said. “If you have a home in the Wilmington area, he is the person to talk with about all of your tree and shrub care needs.”

Drawing on his knowledge and the diagnostic support of the Bartlett Research Laboratories, Jones and his team in the Wilmington area "can answer all tree and shrub care questions and provide species-specific recommendations to keep landscapes healthy, safe and beautiful," the release stated.

Bartlett Tree Experts has 157 operations in 39 U.S. states, Canada, Ireland and Great Britain.