Why Winter is the Best Time for Tree Pruning
As the temperatures drop and the leaves fall, it’s easy to think that your trees no longer need attention. However, winter is actually the ideal time for pruning your trees. When trees enter their dormant phase, it becomes easier to see their structure and make precise cuts. This dormant period is perfect for ensuring your […]
Creating a Tree Maintenance Schedule: Seasonal Tasks and Tips
Tree maintenance is often an overlooked aspect of homeownership. However, keeping your trees healthy and beautiful can dramatically enhance your property’s curb appeal and value. This blog post will guide you through creating a tree maintenance schedule, highlighting seasonal tasks and offering essential tips to keep your trees healthy and happy. Why Tree Maintenance is […]
Tree Pruning vs Tree Trimming: Understanding the Key Differences
When it comes to maintaining the health and appearance of your trees, pruning and trimming are two essential techniques to consider. While these terms are often used interchangeably, they actually refer to different methods of tree care. Understanding the difference between tree pruning and tree trimming can help you make informed decisions about how to […]
A Guide to Proper Tree Pruning Techniques for Healthy Growth
Proper tree pruning is essential for maintaining healthy growth and ensuring the safety of your property. Pruning trees can promote better air circulation, reduce the risk of falling branches, and improve the overall structure of the tree. However, improper pruning can lead to weak growth, disease, and even death of the tree. When it comes […]
Crown Maintenance: Preserving Tree Health and Beauty
When it comes to landscaping and maintaining the beauty of your property, trees play a vital role. Not only do they enhance the visual appeal, but they also contribute to the overall health of the environment. At Excel Tree Care, we understand the importance of preserving tree health and maintaining a healthy ecosystem. To sustain […]
How Tree Trimming Can Help Elevate Your Landscaping
Well-planned and properly executed tree trimming can go a long way toward bettering the look of your landscaping—and, in conjunction, beefing up your property value! A neglected or poorly tended tree can quickly become on the unsightly side of things, suffering from overgrowth, dieback, maybe an expansion of deadwood. Such trees often pose a safety […]
When to Prune Georgia Peach Trees
Peaches, of course, are intimately associated with Georgia. With better than 130 million pounds of these delectable fruits produced here each year, it’s little surprise they call us the Peach State. Alongside large commercial orchards, many homeowners and gardeners enjoy having a peach tree, or even a small grove, on their property—for the ripe fruits, […]
Should You Prune Your Trees in Winter?
Pruning done at the wrong time of year can be more destructive than advantageous to a tree (or any woody plant). This time of year – and, in particular, late winter into the earliest spring – is the ideal time to prune many trees here in the Greater Atlanta area. For the best results, turn […]
Advantages of Vista Pruning
Maintaining beautiful, shade-casting, property-enhancing trees while also allowing for sightlines is a goal of many homeowners in metro Atlanta. The reality is that achieving such a goal requires judicious, responsible pruning: the shaping of a tree’s crown that fulfills aesthetic needs without injuring the tree itself. This kind of pruning is often called “vista pruning,” […]