In the effort to take of our trees we sometimes make unintended mistakes. Learn what common mistakes to avoid when trimming your own trees. DIY Tree Trimming Most homeowners think that trimming trees involves shears and deciding where to cut but there’s actually a lot more to the art of trimming a tree properly. Improperly […]
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Common Tree Pests
In the spring we expect to see leaves budding on our trees, but when they aren’t growing as expected it may be due to insect infestations and diseases they cause. Learn about insects common in southwest Pennsylvania and what can be done to prevent them. Diseased Trees As trees grow older or experience environmental stress, […]
Read MorePlanting Trees Native to Pennsylvania
Springtime is one of the best times to plant new trees, both for them to take root and begin to grow, but also because many consider it a time for fresh starts. Consider planting trees that are native to the region for esthetic and environmental advantages. Benefits of Local Trees Choosing to plant trees that […]
Read MoreHow To Tell If A Tree Is Unhealthy
Spring is the time we see our trees budding and growing leaves, but sometimes this doesn’t happen as we expect it to. Use our guide to examine your trees this spring for signs of sickness and learn what you can do to nurse them back to health. Signs Of A Sick Tree Our bodies have […]
Read MoreWinter: A Time to Prune
The winter months provide you with a potentially unexpected outside chore: tree pruning. A benefit of pruning during the dormant winter months is that it often leads to zealous blooms during the spring. Dormant months for the tree are an ideal time to perform tree care due to having a clear view of the structure. […]
Read More15 Common Trees in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is full of sprawling forests that are home to some truly beautiful trees! You probably even see these in your own yard and don’t even know it. Here are some of the most common trees of Pennsylvania. What are the most common trees in Pennsylvania? Eastern Hemlock. These giant evergreens are actually the Pennsylvania […]
Read MoreWhat is Plant Healthcare?
Maintaining trees requires regular inspections of the trees and surrounding plant life welfare. This often involves an overall plant healthcare assessment of your property. But what exactly is plant healthcare? We have talked about tree health assessments in the past, but let’s cover some of the details of plant healthcare. What is Plant Healthcare? It’s […]
Read MoreDo it Yourself Stump Removal? Absolutely Not
If you have property maintenance that needs done, keep in mind that tree removal services are too dangerous to be done as a DIY project. Despite the numerous posts and blogs painting a picture of cheap, danger-free projects, you don’t want to be end up in a bad situation that risks your health or property. […]
Read MoreTree Trimming & Pruning Tips, Techniques for Trimming Your Trees
If you want to keep your landscaping attractive, you should consider having your trees trimmed and pruned. But there’s more to it than just making your yard pretty and your trees less wild. We wanted to go over a few tips and some of the important factors for tree pruning. Reasons to Trim or Prune […]
Read MoreTo Stake or Not to Stake? How to Support a Leaning Tree
When planting a tree, there are a couple of different schools of thought when it comes to staking and tree support systems. On one hand, the idea of staking is that it provides the tree with support until its anchor roots develop. But the other side of the argument is that as trees sway, un-staked, […]
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