Fall brings an exhibition of colors as leaves turn and temperatures cool. It is a great time to plant trees and shrubs in the Carolinas. Trees planted in the fall have less stress, better growth and it provides an extra growing season before the summer heat arrives. In the winter, trees go dormant. The tree’s […]
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It’s the time of year to share fall tree care tips! Fall is here when tree leaves start changing from green to red, orange and yellow colors before they fall to the ground. Also, it is a good time to prepare trees for their winter dormant season. A little time spent on tree maintenance in
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Is there anything you can do to protect trees from storm damage? It is a question frequently asked after a storm has damaged someone’s tree. Trees are vulnerable to heavy winds, hail, and lightning. They can affect the trees from their roots to their crown. Properly maintained, healthy trees can usually withstand the forces of
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Are there any benefits to leaving the stump after removing a tree? Or should you have the stump removed or ground down? If you decide to leave it there to rot, damaging pests like termites or carpenter ants can make it their home and spread out into the yard or home. There are many benefits
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Fast growing shrubs provide curb appeal and a natural privacy fence between neighbors and street traffic. Also, they provide a sound barrier to reduce noise, and protect against harsh winds. Here are some shrubs that grow quickly and do well in North Carolina. Green Giant Arborvitae This is a large, fast-growing pyramidal shrub with dense
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Fast growing trees are popular for many reasons. They provide shelter from the sun, privacy, and enhance your landscape. Trees improve air quality and cultivate a natural habitat for bugs and animals. Planting fast-growing trees can add value to your property. Here are some of the most popular fast-growing trees for North Carolina. Hybrid Poplar
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Hot weather care for trees is important. Have you ever thought about how trees are affected by hot weather? Trees use transpiration to cool themselves, where water evaporates from the small openings in stems, leaves, and flowers. Trees absorb water from the soil through their roots. When the weather is hot, trees transpire more and
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How cranes remove trees in very helpful, especially if it is a big tree. While a chainsaw and ladder can remove a tree, many companies are investing in cranes to help with tree care and removal. The safest way to remove a tree that is too close to a home, roadway, or people is to
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Here are some of the reasons why you should remove a dead tree by a professional as soon as possible. Dead Trees Can Cause Injuries The wood on a dead tree can become brittle and snap easily because it is no longer being supplied with nutrients and moisture. When branches snap or when the tree
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How do I know if I have a dead tree? It is important to know the difference between a dead and a diseased tree. A sick tree can sometimes be saved, but a dead tree needs to be removed. Sometimes it is obvious that a tree is dying when leaves turn brown in the summer
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