Homeowners welcome the evidence of nature in the yards outside of their home. Trees can serve as a wonderful addition to those elements of nature. Still, the proximity of man-made objects could endanger any one of the lovely, shade-giving trees. Consequences of a...
Uncut branches can pose a danger, if they fall to the ground or start touching power lines. On the other hand, even a well-planned tree-cutting effort exposes the participants to potential hazards. The most obvious hazards: • Someone might get hit by a falling object....
Most people go to a barber or a hair salon, if their hair needs cutting. By the same token, if a tree’s limbs get too long, a tree-cutting operation should be planned or scheduled. Rest-assured, a tree-trimming can be part of a successful DIY effort at...
No amount of skill in the landscaping of a property can do away with the presence of an unsightly stump. Indeed, even experienced tree-cutters tend to leave a stump in place after downing a once-towering tree. Reasons for investing in a stump’s removal: • That...
When confronted with a storm-damaged tree, a homeowner must first determine the extent of the damage. If the branches appear capable of sustaining new growth, then the time has come for hiring a tree-care company. Of course, a smart homeowner takes the time to find a...
When a tree has sustained extensive damage, it makes sense to plan for its removal. On the other hand, a tree with only minimal damage shows evidence of an ability to recover from the limited amount of damaging effects. A physician would never deny treatment to a...
Nature does not force a homeowner to work within a narrow span of time, when trees appear in need of trimming. Homeowners can perform that task safely, anytime between late fall and early spring. Environmental influences dictate the timing of the process known as...
Professional decorators make a point of following certain rules; professional landscapers also adhere to a number of guidelines. The typical homeowner can profit from learning some of those same guidelines. Such information helps with creation of attractive and useful...
Every so often, it is important that you prune the tree limbs back in order to stimulate healthier growth and to keep the tree healthier in general. Many people assume that pruning is delimbing a few branches and that’s it. That theory is wrong; pruning is so much...
There’s no way to substitute water with a plant. While there are so many ways to give plants and trees vitamins and nourishment, nothing can compare to the value of plain ol’ water. Trees especially need water when the weather is dry, especially if it is going to be...
Now that you have decided on a tree, you are ready to plant it. Here are a few tips to help you plant your tree successfully. Ways of planting a burlap wrapped potted tree Many trees will come with burlap wrapped around it in order to protect the roots and to hold in...
If you have been working on your landscaping around your home, you most likely included freshly planted trees in the mix. You gently place each young tree into the ground and seal it with the freshest of soil before watering it to give it a good start. Then you go...
Storms can be devastating for a region's tree population. One storm is enough to take down many trees and require even more to be removed during the aftermath. However, while some trees are too damaged to be saved, there are others who can fully recover after a...
Tree pruning has a multitude of benefits for the health of your tree and your own safety. During the process dead branches are removed, the structural integrity is strengthened, storm damages are addressed, and the growth of new and strong limbs is encouraged. Now...
There are quite a few things to look out for when it comes to choosing the professional tree service provider to hire for a job. For one, you will want to look for a provider who is licensed, insured, and bonded, as well as experienced and ISA certified. Reasonable...