Whether it’s an ancient, stately oak or a freshly-planted flowering tree, your trees are a precious investment. Providing shade, curb appeal, fresh air, and beauty, tree care can help you protect your living landscape for years to come.
Watering
Regular rainfall will help your trees get the moisture they need to grow. However, if you’re facing a dry spell, remember to water your trees, just as you would water your lawn when the grass starts to look dry and brown. Newly planted trees also require a little more tree care to get established, and that includes watering. For the first year, plan to water your trees once or twice a week, as needed. Mulching your trees can also help them retain moisture and continue to grow healthfully.
Pruning
While tree pruning is an important aspect of tree care, you should only prune your trees during the dormant season. Pruning when insects are not active is key for proper tree care, as is restricting your pruning so the tree isn’t stressed or damaged.
Pests and Disease
Even if you have been observing proper tree care, you may occasionally find yourself with a tree that is afflicted by pests or disease. Insects, disease, and rot can all cause health problems for your trees, so if your tree shows any signs of illness, contact a professional tree care company right away for direction on how to get your tree back to a healthy growing state.
Professional Help
While there are certainly a lot of aspects of tree care you can complete on your own, when it comes to pruning, transplanting, and caring for diseased trees, seeking professional help is your best option. At Doss Tree Service, we pride ourselves on being more than a tree pruning and removal company. Whatever your tree care needs are, we can help you accomplish them and guide you on a plan for maintaining your trees in between our visits. Call us today, and look forward to beautiful, healthy trees shading your yard year after year.