Helpful hints, articles and discussion about trees and what we can do with them.
Young trees benefit from a little extra care, especially if they have been transplanted.(1) Proper watering helps them develop healthy root systems that support the rest of the tree’s growth. (2)Application of organic mulch helps retain moisture, and build soil life. If you do have lawn over the trees roots aerating helps ensure the grass…
It is normal for most trees to have a few dead branches (deadwood) over the years. These are reasons that a tree that is otherwise healthy can have a few dead branches. We like to clear deadwood out of trees for a few reasons. If your tree has an excessive amount of dead branches there…
Be careful about having anything wrapped around your tree’s trunk. The sap is the life blood of a tree, and the portion of it that has been enriched with plant food by photosynthesis travels from the leaves to the roots in a layer just under the bark called the phloem. This layer, if compressed, is…
Why do tree work in the winter? Although it can be hard working outside in our Canadian Winters, there are some good reasons to do tree work this time of year. Basically things are frozen! The hard ground protects roots from compression from heavy equipment, and the frozen bark isn’t damaged very easily as we…
So, wondering when to prune your tree? Here are short and mid length answers… Short answer is prune in Late Winter before buds open. Okay, but sometimes winter sucks! Are there exceptions? -After late winter, the most commonly excepted time to prune is in early to mid summer -Some species can be pruned any time,…
Should I remove my tree or just have it trimmed? This is sometimes a tricky question, and the answer has a lot to do with priorities. At the end of the day it is the owners decision, and we respect that, so our place is simply to give the best information we can to help…
Oak wilt is a fungal disease that affects most types of oak trees. Red oaks (the ones with pointy tips on the leaves) are most susceptible. Though it has only been reported in a couple of places in Ontario it is taken seriously since an infected tree is usually dead within a year! Spores infect…
I’m sure we all agree that watering is important for newly planted trees. Where the trouble starts in in the “how”. Some ways are better than others. You can use a garden trowel to dig down and see what the soil moisture is actually like a few inches down where it really matters. Though every…
Looking to book some tree work? Its as easy as calling an arborist, but there are a few things that can make sure your experience meets your expectations! Here are your steps to smooth tree service. Once booked there are a few small things you can do to make sure the job goes smoothly Most…
-Have hazard trees removed. -Remove branches hanging low over your roof. -Clean up any visible dead wood in the trees. -If large shade trees making your yard feel small or dark arborists can trim them in a way that is both healthy for the tree, and will improve your yard’s feel. Just like cleaning and…