When we go out to trim the bushes in front of our houses, we often don’t think much of it. You simply take a pair of garden shears or a hedge trimmer and cut wherever seems right. Though trees may seem similar to an overgrown shrub, the process of trimming them is much different, which […]
What To Do Before Planting an Orchard
There’s nothing better than biting into fresh fruit, and you won’t find fruit much fresher than the one you pluck right off the tree. Planting an orchard is a long-term investment that your household will enjoy for years to come. However, orchards take both hard work and careful planning. Taking the time to research what […]
Signs Your Tree Needs To Be Removed
An old tree may symbolize a number of things to your family. It can symbolize security, fond memories, and a beautiful connection with nature. Not only that, but older trees can also significantly improve property value. With that in mind, making the decision to get rid of a tree can be difficult. But trees that […]
How To Prepare Your Trees for Winter
Texas winters are mild, but the temperature drops do have an effect on trees’ health. Many trees benefit from a bit of special attention during this season, particularly while they’re more vulnerable as saplings. If you’re looking for advice on how to prepare your trees for winter, consider these four practices. Water Deeply, and Then […]
3 Tips for Maintaining Oak Tree Health
Oak trees are a staple in the American imagination. While the term oak actually encapsulates a broad category of over 400 species, they all grow and shed their trademark acorns. In and around Texas, some oak species function better as landscaping features than others. While live oaks (evergreen as opposed to leaf-shedding) are impressive, they […]
When to Call an Arborist for an Assessment
Trees offer your property bountiful shade and a pleasant aesthetic. At the same time, their decay threatens to damage nearby buildings and complicate your landscaping. With these stakes, it’s important to address issues early and routinely with the help of a certified arborist. Here’s when to call an arborist for an assessment and some related […]
4 Common Diseases in Texas Mesquite Trees
Texas mesquite trees are an ubiquitous feature of Texan life. Reaching only 30 feet in height and bearing green bean-proportioned bean fruit, mesquites are technically part of the legume family. Though classified as invasive in some places, with expansive and disruptive root systems as deep as 200 feet, mesquites are also useful. Today, Texans are […]
Why You Should Hire a Professional Tree Trimmer
As the tree in your yard grows and matures, its branches can invade nearby walkways, die and weigh down healthier limbs, or simply fail to look appealing anymore. To regain its former glory, your tree might need a trim. For some people, trimming trees might feel like an extension of other DIY landscaping projects. However, […]
What To Do When Your Tree Falls
While many plants die from disease or wither from lack of water or nutrients and fall to the earth and decompose, dying or unstable trees pose a greater risk to people and property nearby. There are many factors that can cause a tree to fall, such as internal decay or a disintegrating root system. This […]
Four Common Pecan Tree Diseases
The proud state tree of Texas, the pecan tree is a staple in the region. It stands the test of time and stress in part by shedding its pecan crop, and many people with a pecan tree of their own want to see it flourish. Part of this flourishing is the absence of disease. To […]