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Preparing Your Trees for The Fall

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The changing seasons are a time that many love and some dread. The lush green leaves on your trees have peaked, but what’s coming next? To avoid an ugly surprise and stand out as a stellar homeowner, you must take the appropriate steps for your tree care in the fall. From the first crack of a falling leaf to the final nip of frost, tree professionals recommend specific steps to help your trees through the fall changes. Read on for expert tips on how to get your trees ready for the fall. Trim the Branches Trimming defective branches before the leaves fall will help your tree stay healthy longer when done correctly. In addition, it reduces the number of leaves that could clog gutters and drains, and fewer leaves on the ground could also reduce your fire risk. Check for Pests and Disease If you have a tree that has been damaged or is under stress from weather or other factors, pathogens may be able to take advantage of the situation. It can make the tree more susceptible to i...

Killing Your Trees: 6 Things You Don’t Even Realize You’re Doing to Kill Your Trees

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Did you know that most trees live up 50-100 years on average? The famous red cedar from Alaska can live up to 3,500 years under the right environmental circumstances. But how to care for trees in your backyard? What can you do and what you should not do to protect your beloved trees? This article discusses a few things that you should avoid when it comes to caring for your trees, so keep reading.   Killing Your Trees: 1. Putting Mulch Too Close to the Tree Adding mulch to the base of the tree is the right thing to do, whether you have a young or mature tree. However, make sure that the mulch is not too close to the tree trunk because this might cause suffocation. Expert gardeners recommend adding mulch approximately 6 inches away from the tree trunk. At the same time, you should keep the mulch about one foot away from the trunk of a mature tree. This ensures proper ventilation and prevents the tree trunk from suffocating during hot summer days.   Killing Your ...