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How to Prepare Your Trees for Spring Weather Conditions

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With Spring right around the corner, now is the right time to be thinking about tree cabling, staking, and bracing. These are excellent tree protection measures to take in order to reduce the likelihood of tree damages caused by heavy winds and rainstorms, which spring is known for. Continue reading to learn about each method of tree protection, and what you can do to ensure your landscaping trees are ready to take on the seasonal inclement weather up ahead. Tree Protection The very root of tree protection starts at the very beginning of a tree’s life. Routine tree care, such as fertilizing, mulching , watering, trimming, and pruning, are all vital to the overall success of a tree’s health and survival. Without proper tree care, trees do not grow to their fullest potential, and as a result, are weaker and more susceptible to damage, disease, and pest infestation. Along with proper tree care are several methods you can implement to ensure your trees are protected during seasons ...

What Is Stump Grinding?

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When you contact a tree service to discuss stump removal in Melbourne, your tree company might recommend stump grinding. Stump grinding allows your tree company to perform a safe, efficient, and complete tree stump removal so that you can use the area where the tree once was for a different purpose. Here is a look at the purpose of stump grinders and the overall stump grinding process during a tree stump removal. The Stump Grinding Process Your tree company will use a high-tech, professional stump grinder to mechanically remove the entire tree stump. A stump grinder is a heavy piece of machinery that should only be operated by a trained and experienced professional from a tree removal service. The machine is powered by a petrol engine, and consists of a hydraulically controlled arm and a steel cutting wheel. The cutting wheel is at the end of the arm, and contains extremely sharp steel teeth. The wheel spins at a very high speed, allowing it to cut through and grind the tree st...