Tree trimming, also known as tree pruning, is a crucial practice in arboriculture that involves the selective removal of specific branches or parts of a tree to improve its health, aesthetics, and safety. Regular tree trimming provides numerous benefits and is an essential component of tree care and maintenance. In this blog, we will explore …
Preparing trees for severe weather is an essential aspect of disaster mitigation and landscape management. Strong winds associated with these natural disasters can cause significant damage to trees, resulting in hazards to property and safety. Taking proactive measures to safeguard trees can help minimize their vulnerability to severe weather events. In this blog, we will …
As a tree owner, it’s crucial to recognize the signs of a dying tree early on to take appropriate measures and save its life. Trees add beauty and value to our surroundings, but they are susceptible to various issues that can lead to their demise. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the top indicators of …
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Summer tree care is important because it is the time when trees make most of their food for the year. Hot, dry summer weather can stress your trees, especially if they are young and growing. Here are four summer tree care tips. Add a fresh layer of mulch! Mulch protects the roots from heat …
Trees require nutrients to survive and flourish. When trees do not get the necessary nutrients, they grow weak and become vulnerable to pests and disease. Sunlight, water, and soil are the three primary sources of nutrients. Common symptoms of a nutrient-deficient tree are yellowing or smaller leaves, and shorter twig growth. The three essential nutrients …
Tall trees provide ample shade, as well as a large habitat for a variety of animals. To keep them in optimal health they must be trimmed and pruned occasionally. When a tree limb dies or becomes too heavy, it can break away from the trunk and possibly injure a person or damage property. For safety …
Watering your trees correctly is one of the best ways to keep them healthy and stress free. Normally you do not need to water your trees, but summer will be here soon, and drought-like conditions can occur. Additional watering will be needed to keep mature trees healthy and maximize the growth of young trees. Mature …
How do you determine if you have a tree pest? If you notice holes in the trunk of the tree or eaten leaves, you probably have a tree pest. It can be challenging to identify which tree pest is invading your tree. Here are some common tree pests and how to identify them. Caterpillars Caterpillars …
Planting native trees and shrubs is a great way to attract and sustain wintering, migrating, and breeding birds. Suburban birds need native plants to supply the insects that are needed as a protein source to keep them healthy. Native trees are a good source of food, especially the ones that produce fruit. Here are a …
During the spring, there are several tree and shrub diseases that can attack your trees. Would you recognize a disease on a tree? We will identify some of the common diseases and how to treat them. It is important to remove the infestation as soon as possible to prevent the illness from spreading to other …
