When a massive storm blows through it can be both epic and terrifying to see the winds picking up and blasting through a landscape. Hearing the crack of thunder as it’s coming down or the sickening snap of a large tree branch crashing to the ground. Mother nature has a way of reminding us we…
Every day, we are surrounded by trees, not only in the forests and the parks but also in our homes and products. We use trees for everything: from printing paper and guitars, to bagpipes and construction lumber used to build houses, trees, and their byproducts are used in virtually everything. Not only do we need…
No matter what type of property owner you are, you know that having trees on your property adds value, beauty, and most importantly oxygen. However, having trees on your property does come with some responsibility. For the most part, trees can take care of themselves. But from time to time, trees do need to be…
Trees frequently grow too big for the accessible space in urban areas. For this reason, you’ll discover that it’s at times necessary to maintain a tree at its current height. For instance, a power line might be above, a garden might require additional sun than a bigger tree would permit, or a tall tree’s branches…
I have a lovely crepe myrtle tree in my front yard and every year it displays beautiful bright pink blossoms that I look forward to enjoying. Needless to say, I want my tree to stay healthy and flower for years and years. So caring for the tree and taking the right steps to keep it…
The loss of a tree from your property can cause a void in your landscaping. What you do with that void depends on such factors as the size of the tree, how it was removed and the condition of the remaining soil. You can plant another tree in that location, but there are several issues…
Although trees are wonderful, at times they simply need to come down. Perhaps it’s a willow tree whose roots started attacking your water pipes or it’s an oak that’s preventing you from remodeling your home. Whether it’s size, location, or disease, you need to cut down trees in your yard. Tree removal is so tedious…
Anyone who has a home whether it is a single-family home, townhouse or ranch-style home with trees around it will someday need to remove dead or dying limbs and trees. When trees start to decay, have diseased-infected limbs, and loose hanging branches they can pose a potential danger to your family and neighbors. The best-managed…
Summer is just around the corner, and that means you’re going to want to use your yard to take in the sun. You want somewhere for your kids to play, or maybe just a deck in order to soak up some rays. Whatever you need it for, you’re going to have to clean up your…
As much as we love trees, we also know that sometimes they can pose a threat to you and your home. Tree removal is sometimes a necessary part of landscaping. Sometimes, a tree needs to be removed because it is dead, it’s dangerously close to a home or power lines, or because it’s been infected.…