Protecting Your Trees from Storm Damage
What with their girth, large trees may seem indestructible but though they may withstand most things, hurricane-force winds, lightning, and floods brought about by non-stop rain can wreak havoc on the plants. From their root system up to their trunks and branches, extreme weather can permanently damage your trees, or even—in the case of lightning […]
Drought Stress and Tree Health – What You Need to Know
With the effects of climate change becoming more evident and undeniable, one of the most popular discussions among arborists and gardeners is drought and trees, specifically how to alleviate the stresses experienced by trees and shrubs brought on by drought. This is such a crucial topic because the lack of water won’t only cause certain […]
What Trees Are Best Suited for the Changing Climate?
Climate change is a serious global environmental crisis, and yet it seems like we are extremely slow in responding to this creeping disaster. From the unpredictable weather, changes in precipitation patterns, hurricanes becoming stronger and more destructive than ever, to rising sea levels, climate change is becoming more and more evident. Climate Change & What […]
Defense Against Wildfires: How Trees Can Protect Your Property
Wildfires are devastating. In the state of California alone, they destroy more than a thousand man-made structures every year. If you do a Google search, you might be surprised at how common wildfires are, not just in California but in other states as well. So how do you protect your home and property from wildfires? […]
How to Safely Retrieve Things Stuck in Your Tree
Anyone who grew up in small towns or in the suburbs has probably experienced climbing trees as a pastime. As a kid, we all enjoy climbing trees, especially during the summer. As kids who believed we were Tarzan, we’ve all had our share of falls and broken bones. But a kid’s naiveté aside, there is […]
Soil Care and Tree Nutrition – What You Need to Know
How much do you know about soil care, tree nutrition, and even tree care? If the answer is “not much,” you’d be forgiven—most people think that trees don’t need anything besides water and a lot of sunshine. But that is actually not true. Trees need a lot of things in order for them to grow […]
Celebrate Trees! A Brief History of Arbor Day
Want to learn about the history of Arbor Day and what makes it special? The word arbor, or arbour, is Latin for tree. So the term Arbor Day actually means “tree day”. Arbor Day is a holiday popularly observed in the U.S. and Canada. It is a special day set aside to celebrate the beauty […]
Top 6 Reasons to Remove That Tree Stump in Your Yard
Tree stumps. They may look harmless at first glance, but it is really important that you have them removed from your yard right away; they can prove to be a safety hazard as much as a dead tree that can topple anytime without warning. If you’re still undecided whether you should have a tree stump […]
How to Recognize If Your Tree Is Sick
Trees are similar to humans in more ways than one. They need food and nutrients (in the form of sunlight, water, carbon dioxide, and the nutrients they absorb from the soil) to let them grow and become strong and robust. They also get sick and experience being invaded by pathogens. However, unlike humans, it’s actually […]
How To Properly Mulch
Of course, we all want our trees to be healthy and strong. They don’t just provide us shade to keep us cool during the summer season. They also help filter the air we breathe. And guess what? Having trees in our property can even increase its value. Isn’t that great? Now, if you really want […]