Most storm tree damage occurs when either the tree falls or a large branch comes down. We see it all the time. The scariest thing is that it can come down just about anywhere located near the tree. We have seen branches or trees that have fell on rooftops, garages, cars, utility lines and much…
The two biggest causes of erosion to bare soil are wind and rain . If there are no roots present to hold the soil in place, runoff from rain along with the power of wind can move that soil elsewhere causing erosion. Tree root systems are the perfect defense against erosion from water. When grouped…
You can increase the amount of soil in your moisture through a few very advanced techniques. But let’s be honest with ourselves, that’s absolutely overdoing it. This is not rocket science in any way, shape or form. Simply watering your tree properly and at the proper frequency depending on the season, precipitation and age can…
An issue we often hear about as well as encounter is that, urban environments can be harsh places for trees to reside and prosper. You’ve got to think about factors such as pollution, physical damage due to vehicles, lawnmowers, or vandals, a lack of watering or fertilization and much more. If we’re asked to come…
Although both work best together as a team, there are stark differences between both of these job descriptions. Arborists typically try to obtain a college degree in biology, horticulture or botany. The specific duties or skill set an arborist brings to the table lay more along the lines of science that doesn’t involve too much…
The rights and responsibilities for trees in zoned residential neighborhoods completely vary depending on laws between different states. In most cases, your local government is responsible for the care of these particular trees. They are solely planted for engineering or environmental purposes. You should not attempt to do any particular work on these trees before…
There are wound dressings you can place after large cuts have been made to tree limbs or branches. This is recommended and a desirable activity in order to prevent tree rot, disease and pests from inhabiting. Let’s go over a few steps you should take immediately after pruning a tree. The very first thing you…
Most people have a very common misconception which is that a tree’s roots never venture out beyond it’s canopy. People will literally only water a larger tree as far as it’s branches go and stop. This is far from the truth. In reality a tree’s roots grow, venture out and settle far beyond it’s canopy.…
When dry weather comes in certain regions and stays, it’s vital that you water your young tree properly. If you don’t, it’s possible that it’s growth will be stunted. You may also dry it out, in which case it will slowly shrivel up and die. Fresh, newly planted trees require more frequent bouts of watering…
Over the years, nature has worked very hard to perfect it’s cycle of caring for trees and other organic forms of life. When we take these objects such as trees, shrubs, or plants out of the forest and into urban areas where nature is less forgiving, we need to duplicate the process in order to…