Identifying Indicators of Tree Failure
Trees are not only majestic and beautiful additions to our landscape, but they also provide us with shade, oxygen, and a sense of tranquility. However, it’s important to be aware that trees can also pose risks, especially when they experience failure. Tree failure occurs when a tree or its branches unexpectedly break or collapse, which […]
Essential Measures to Protect Trees and Shrubs During Drought
Drought-induced stress can have a severe impact on the health of trees and shrubs, leading to wilting leaves, stunted growth, increased vulnerability to pests and diseases, and even potential death if water loss is not replenished. To mitigate moisture stress and safeguard your plants during drought conditions, it is important to follow these recommendations: Optimal […]
How to Find a Good Arborist or Tree Service
When it comes to the care and maintenance of your trees, it’s crucial to enlist the help of a qualified arborist or tree service. A professional arborist possesses the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to ensure the health and safety of your trees. However, finding the right arborist or tree service can be challenging, considering […]
Why Mulching Is Essential for Healthy Trees
Mulching around trees is a great way to promote healthy growth and provide a variety of benefits to the overall health of the tree. Mulch is a layer of organic or inorganic material applied to the soil around a tree or plant to improve soil quality, retain moisture, and suppress weed growth. While mulching is […]
How to Spot and Treat Diseases of Maple Trees
Maple trees are a beautiful and iconic addition to any landscape, but they are also susceptible to a variety of diseases that can harm their health and appearance. As a maple tree owner, it’s essential to know how to spot and treat diseases of maple trees to ensure their longevity and beauty. In this blog […]
Top 7 Tips for Spring Tree Care
Trees are not only beautiful but they are also important for the environment. They provide shade, reduce noise pollution, and help clean the air we breathe. If you are lucky enough to have trees in your yard, it’s important to take good care of them so that they continue to thrive and provide all these […]
How Far Away Should Trees Be Planted From Your Home?
As a homeowner, you want to make sure that your outdoor space is well taken care of and looks great. Trees can be an important part of this landscape design, providing shade and increasing curb appeal. However, when it comes to the trees around your house or other structures on the property, it’s essential that […]
Preparing Trees & Shrubs for Spring
Spring’s in the air, which puts more than a few folks’ minds to gardening and landscaping. That’s understandable, of course, given the whole seasonal-reawakening deal beginning to unfold across the plant world here in North Georgia. Alongside mapping out garden beds, ordering bulbs and seeds, and giving that lawn equipment a good post-winter once-over, now’s […]
What is Killing Your Oak Trees in North Georgia?
Few trees are so beloved in the North Georgia urban landscape (or the wildwood) than oaks. And our climate allows a whole array of different kinds to flourish in Greater Atlanta, including numerous native species such as white oak, overcup oak, southern red oak, and willow oak. Nobody likes to see their oaks in distress, […]
The Risk of Tree Branches Overhanging Your Roof
Here in the North Atlanta metro area, we boast one of the thickest urban tree coverages in the U.S. — and we’re proud of that! Fostered by a favorable climate – and making everything all the more comfortable thanks to the shade and other microclimate factors they themselves provide – our diverse trees serve as […]