Whether you have a newly planted tree or a mature tree in your landscape, laying down a thick layer of mulch is a wonderful yearly practice that can dramatically improve the health of your tree long term. This guide will walk you through the benefits of mulching, how to do it right, and the best…
Have you ever driven by and admired a beautiful new house, but then noticed that the older trees around it are looking rather sad? If not, take a closer look next time you drive by a recent construction site. Trees that seem to be suffering are a typical sign of soil compaction, and this is…
Adding a new tree to your landscape is an important contribution to the future health of our planet. Trees are amazingly complex organisms that bring immense value to the areas where they grow. Trees improve air quality by filtering contaminants from the air. They enhance water quality by reducing flooding and erosion. The evaporation from…
The trees that grow on your property and around your neighborhood, especially if you live in an older area, are likely one of the things that drew you to buying a house in that particular location. There’s nothing quite like a street filled with gorgeous, mature, vibrant trees. You’d probably be devastated if one or…
Whether or not to remove a tree from your property is a big decision. There are many reasons to cut down trees, but it will alter your landscape in an irreversible way. This may be exactly what you want, but you should take some time to consider the pros and cons of tree removal before…