Matthew Borden
Helping plants thrive through diagnostic expertise, integrated pest management research, and public education.
- Role
- Plant Scientist Research Communications at Bartlett Tree Experts
- Location
- Charlotte, NC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Matthew Borden
I specialize in plant problem diagnostics and integrated pest management research. My experience spans highly regarded public gardens, beekeeping, tree fruit management, urban landscape studies, and answering thousands of questions from gardeners and growers. My current work at the Bartlett Tree Research Laboratory focuses on tree and shrub pathology and nematology in residential and commercial landscapes, where I strive to apply my skills in field diagnostics and prescription.With a Doctorate of Plant Medicine and an MS in Entomology & Nematology from the University of Florida, I believe that multidisciplinary training and public education facilitates commonality and a better understanding of pest and disease management goals for plant health.Controversial opinion? Boxwood are the best, hedges are the answer, and tending a garden is one of our deepest, primal purposes (Gen 2:15).
Experience
Plant Scientist Research Communications
Apr 2026 — Present · Charlotte, NC, US
Developing both internal and external communication avenues to better share and publish our applied research in four core areas: Arboriculture & Urban Forestry, Entomology & Pest Management, Plant Pathology & Physiology, and Soils & Environmental Science. Additionally, I collaborate with our Arboretum and Plant Conservation teams to help communicate our growing range of collections and activities.
Education
Virginia Tech
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biological Sciences
2010 — 2015
University of Florida
Master of Science - MS, Entomology & Nematology
2017 — 2020
University of Florida
Graduate Certificate, Landscape Pest Management
2018 — 2019
University of Florida
Doctorate, Plant Medicine
2016 — 2020
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