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, […]
Common Causes of a Half Dead Tree
Do you have a tree on your property that appears to be half-dead? The sight of a tree with full foliage and vigorous branch growth on one side and bare deadwood on the other is a strange one, to be sure, but not at all uncommon. A number of factors can create this half-dead phenomenon, […]
What to Know About Summer Tree Pruning
With summer upon us here in Greater Atlanta, yard- and lawncare are taking up a lot of people’s time and attention—per usual! How about tree pruning? Well, for the most part, this isn’t really prime season for pruning your trees. But in certain cases, some pruning may be a good idea—even essential. Here at Excel […]
Protecting Your Trees During Spring Storm Season
Spring is officially here, and that means Atlanta is rolling right into prime time for storms. The weather can be unruly this time of year—even downright dangerous. That means the cityscape’s trees often take a major beating during these atmospherically volatile months. Protecting your trees from storm damage—and protecting your property and personal safety from […]
Guide to Tree Pruning in Spring
Pruning is an essential mechanism for maintaining the health and vibrancy of our trees and shrubs as well as their desired shape, and for protecting property. Spring is one of the main times of year for pruning, though when and how you should prune depends on the given species or cultivar and other specific factors. […]
Can Frost & Winter Weather Cause Damage to Your Trees?
All things considered, Atlanta, Georgia (like most of the rest of the state) has winters decidedly on the mild side of things. But that doesn’t mean we don’t see occasional deep cold snaps, decent snowfalls, and ice storms. Harsher winter weather can definitely do a number on your property’s trees, so it’s essential to know […]
When to Worry About a Leaning Tree?
A leaning tree can definitely be a cause for concern, though it’s not always a problem. Indeed, many trees may develop a naturally leaning growth form due to genetics or site conditions which is perfectly sustainable. But a lean may also be a sign of a serious underlying problem—and quite possibly a serious liability and […]
Managing Winter Injury & Ice Damage to Leyland Cypress
An exceedingly common landscaping tree in Georgia (and across large swaths of the country), Leyland cypress is prized for its rapid growth and dense evergreen foliage, which translates to a planting nicely suited to forming privacy screens, hedges, and windbreaks. But this hybrid cross between two West Coast conifers—the Monterey cypress, which has a naturally […]
Tips for Winter Tree Care
True, winters in Atlanta aren’t all that bad compared to much of the country – and that’s the way most of us like it! That said, wintertime in this part of the country can still be a bit on the harsh side, with wild temperature swings, ice storms, and cold winds. All of that speaks […]
Are Destructive Pine Beetles Damaging Your Trees in Georgia?
There are no more important forest pests in Georgia than the pine bark beetles, which include some five native species in the state spread across two genera. While both natural and potentially destructive forces at a large scale in the state’s timberlands, pine bark beetles can also impact homeowners in urban and suburban settings, targeting […]