Avoiding Conflicts Between Trees and Utility Services Deciding where to plant your tree is serious business andyou should give it the attention it deserves. There are many factors that needto be considered when planting. One of the main conflicts that occur is betweentrees and utility services. We take utility services for granted and often don’t…
Planting a New Tree When you purchase a tree it is a lifelong investment.However, how well your investment grows depends on many factors including thetype of tree you choose, where you plant the tree, the care given to the treeduring planting, and the follow up care. When to Plant It is best to plant trees…
How to Treat Tree Trunk and Crown Injuries If you find yourself with one or more trees that have trunkand crown injuries it is important to call a professional arborist in foradvice on how best to handle the situation. These are common treatment optionsthat an arborist might recommend to rectify the problem. Mulching – Apply…
Treating Trees That Have Been Damaged by Construction Construction and the surrounding trees often do not go handin hand. If there are no measures taken to protect the trees it can bedevastating. Remedial treatments may be able to save a handful of trees, but inthese situations it is critical that immediate implementation occur. If youhave…
Avoid Damaging Trees During Construction Often homes are often constructed around or near trees thatalready exist so that they can take advantage of their environmental andaesthetic value. Regrettably, construction can be deadly trees in the vicinity.It requires proper planning and care to preserve the trees on constructionsites. An arborist should play an integral role in…
Responding Safely to Tree Damage From a Storm Severe weather can impact your home and landscaping, especially your trees. Penetrating rains and tearing winds work together to soften the soil and uproot trees. Lightning strikes vaporize the water within the tree and this results in the wood splitting and bark exploding. During the height of…
Defects to Look for Trees That Could Pose a Risk Tree care includes being able to recognize tree that are could pose a risk to property or person. Looks look at defects you should look for. Defects in Urban Trees The following are defects signs to look for in urban trees. 1. Electrical lines that run…
Recognizing Tree Risks Trees offer terrific benefits to your homes and cities, butwhen trees fall and damage property or people they are liabilities. Whenunderstand the risks associated with trees on your property you can reduce therisks and make your property safer. An arborist or tree care professional can help you manageand care for the trees…
Choosing the Right Tree for Your Landscape It important for you to understand issues related tochoosing trees to plant, such as the intended function, common pests, where youare planting, hardiness zones and best placement alternatives. Two of the most importantdecisions you will make as a homeowner is tree selection and tree placement.When you match the…
3 Tree Care Tips For Homeowners If you are a homeowner with trees, you’ll find these tipshelpful in keeping your trees healthy along with your pocketbook. Tip #1 – Always Hire a Professional Taking care of the day to day maintenance of yourlandscaping and trees along with the smaller landscaping projects might besomething you are…