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 […]
Can Heavy Rainfall Uproot Your Trees?
Well, needless to say, it’s been a soggy start to 2023 here in Metro Atlanta! All of our well-above-average rainfall and storminess has resulted in more than a little damage around the area, including from uprooted trees. Even a smallish toppled tree can cause significant damage and annoying cleanup. And, of course, besides the threat […]
Advantages of Pruning Trees During the Late Dormant Season
Winter’s grip is upon us, and Greater Atlanta’s trees are mostly in a slowed-down sort of mode—like more than a few of us. This happens to be an excellent season for getting some tree pruning done! For the finest tree pruning in Atlanta, look no further than Excel Tree Care: We bring rock-solid expertise—and a […]
How to Recognize Signs of Winter Stress in Your Trees
Winter can take a real toll on our trees around Greater Atlanta, especially following recent unseasonably cold below freezing temperatures. It’s essential to keep a close eye on the condition of your trees all year-round, of course, but wintertime demands especially close attention. At Excel Tree Care, we serve tree-owners all across the northern metro […]
How to Identify and Treat Root Rot in Trees and Shrubs
Root rot is a common problem in cultivated landscapes, affecting not only flowers and shrubs but trees as well. According to the University of Georgia Extension, in fact, “root rot diseases are by far the most damaging diseases” when it comes to the Peach Tree’s plants. Fortunately, root rot is often avoidable with proper landscape […]