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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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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 […]
One of the flashiest trees on the streets of Metro Atlanta is the Bradford Pear. It’s a justly celebrated cultivar of the Callery Pear, a native fruit tree of China and Korea, which has become enormously popular as an ornamental in cities and towns all across the country. The Bradford Pear presents many worthy attributes, […]
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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 […]
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Fall is here, which means it’s one of the most important stretches of the calendar when it comes to tending to your trees. Here at Excel Tree Care, we’re ready and able to tackle any tree care and maintenance needs you might have in the Atlanta metro area! Residential Tree Care & Maintenance in the […]
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Depending on the situation, you as a homeowner may definitely want a tree on your property to come down: Maybe it’s blocking a desired view, hampering your landscaping or gardening plans, or located too close for comfort to your house. Or you may definitely prefer not removing a cherished tree, but you worry it may […]
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Late summer is a time when heat can stress your trees as they grow. Caring for your trees during these intense, hot summer months can help ensure that they will stay healthy and beautiful year-in and year-out. Not sure what to do to care for your trees? These tips on tree care can help. Monitor […]
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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,” […]