Category Archives: Tree Care
Every day, it feels like more and more buildings are going up, stores are being built, and sections of trees are getting cut down to make room for warehouses. It is a shame that we are losing so much of our natural beauty. Most people don’t realize, however, that it is more than that. There […]
Most people think that when a tree gets mature enough, the only thing you really need to do is look for signs of aging. This isn’t the case at all – in fact, there are many things that you still need to do to ensure that your tree is living its best life. Trees aren’t […]
Life is too short to be boring, right? If you are looking for some great trees to add visual interest to your yard, you probably don’t like to wear all one color, dress like everyone else, or decorate like everyone else – and that’s a good thing. Too many people are too content going along […]
Evergreen trees and shrubs are some of the most popular trees to plant in Ontario for many reasons, but the main one tends to be because they retain their foliage and remain green all year round. However, it is very important to note that not all evergreens are the same. By distinguishing common evergreen tree […]
As we enter into the spring months, it is getting wetter and wetter. Drenching rains and thunderstorms might be good for certain plants, there are some problems when it comes to certain trees and when there is an unusual amount of rain. For many regions, especially those where the soils are porous and drainage is […]
If you are new to planting trees, you might think that you can just put it into the ground and everything will proceed as it should. That is not the case in most situations. For many of us, our trees need some care once they have been planted (and even before you plant them) in […]
Snow is one of the most beautiful, peaceful things on this planet. Unfortunately, it can also be one of the most destructive things. Often when we think about the dangers associated with heavy snowfall, we think about road problems, frozen pipes, or even problems getting our pets to go outside. However, your trees also pose […]
For anyone who has a neighbor (which is most of us) we know that sometimes that relationship can be great, and sometimes it can be difficult. The same thing can be said about trees – they are beautiful but sometimes cause some problems. When those two things – neighbors and trees – meet up, they […]
The roots of your tree are incredibly important – they are the foundation for which much of the work that the tree does happens. They are beautiful, if you look closely enough, and they are strong. However, that doesn’t meant that they are always easy to handle. For many of us, they are in the […]
