Melbourne Tree Removal Guys

In the coldest months, and plants can be damaged by low temperatures. But with your help, cold-damaged plants can often recover. Water After a freeze, check the soil around your plants. Plants may not be getting the water they need if the soil has dried out or if the water in the soil is frozen. Watering the area can help defrost the soil and provide your plants with an available source of moisture. Even injured plants need water. Fertilizer While you may be tempted to add a little fertilizer to your plants to help speed their recovery hold off. If you fertilize too early you could encourage new growth before cold weather has gone. It’s best to wait until spring to begin fertilizer application. Once the danger of frost has passed, an application of fertilizer can help speed recovery. Pruning Don’t prune cold-damaged plants right away. The dead foliage looks bad, but will help insulate plants from further injury. In the spring, assess the extent of the damage by scraping th...

Tree safety? Yes, tree safety. Growing up, we are educated on how trees benefit us by providing us with oxygen , additionally to the reasons why cutting down trees in mass, also known as deforestation, is such a bad thing. So why is tree safety an actual thing? As we know, trees are all living, breathing organisms, meaning that they must be looked after to survive. If they are not cared for, then they will not survive. Like with humans, trees can also contract diseases, which can potentially affect the life quality of a tree and cause it to die, or decay. For this reason, trees need to be protected Tree safety does not just include the tree itself, but also its surroundings. Ultimately, the surroundings of trees are going to be what is affected if a tree was to become damaged. So tree surroundings are all a part of tree safety. This could include many factors that could affect the health of the tree or the risks that are placed on the property, such as falling branches. In ...

Tree felling is not just about taking down a tree, and that’s it. A tree stump is the remnant seen on the ground after a tree is taken down. A tree stump is the base of the tree with roots still attached to the earth. The presence of tree stumps brings more problems, especially to residential homeowners who either have their stumps in their backyard or their street view and pavements have rows of tree stumps. In logging, where hundreds of trees are cut down, stumps get exposed when leaves and branches are shredded and taken away. But in the city, tree stumps are a nuisance to the surrounding. Stumps are left out when people cut an infected, dying, or burnt tree. With the stumps still present, especially if you have one on your lawn, you will want to remove it for many reasons. But be reminded that stump removal is another tree work that requires systematic ways to eradicate. Can You Remove the Tree Stump by Yourself? Many DIYs on tree stump removal abound on the Internet. With...

At Melbourne Tree Removal Guys we are often asked the following: Is my tree dangerous? Is my neighbour’s tree dangerous or hazardous? Is my tree too large? Is my tree in danger of falling? Does my tree look dangerous? Is my tree is leaning too much? Have my tree roots moved? Is my tree dead? There’s lots of scenarios for all of the above to consider, so keep things simple we are going to provide you with a some basic pointers to look out for when looking at your tree or trees. If any of the following items are seen on your tree it is suggested you seek the help of a local tree expert. 1. Fungal brackets or mushrooms near the base or root-plate of the tree Fungal brackets or mushrooms do not always mean the tree or trees are dangerous and need to be felled, there are many fungal brackets and mushrooms that don’t cause decay in trees. On the other hand, though there are many that do cause decay and can cause your tree or trees to become structurally unstable an...

The best time is anywhere between late autumn and winter. As plants loose a lot of their leaves in this period it makes it much easier to see which branches you actually want to trim back and remove. It’s also the ideal time as your plants are mostly dormant, so you won’t interrupt their growth but instead encourage fresh, healthy shoots to grow come the spring. As a reminder, pruning your plants may decrease their size for a short while, but it actually encourages them to grow back bigger and bushier than ever when the weather gets warmer.  We want to ensure all of our plants are pruned and prepared for the season before the warmer weather hits. You can of course prune a hedge, bush of tree at any time of year and this won’t damage your plant in any way. If for example you just want to tidy up some stray branches, or cut back any new growths that are growing in a direction you don’t want, that’s absolutely fine, it’s just that you’re not going to see as much new growth as ...

We provide a 24/7 emergency service, so if in doubt or if you urgently need assistance, call us on today. During storms and high winds trees have a higher risk of falling, or branches snapping off. Here are some of the most common jobs we’ve been called out for over the past few weeks.  Removing trees that have fallen We were recently called out to an emergency job where a tree had fallen on to a bungalow. Luckily no damage was done, however there have been reports of this happening elsewhere in the country, where houses have been destroyed. We removed the tree quickly and used equipment such as our stump grinder to remove the remaining tree stump. We urge everyone to keep a close eye on surrounding trees during this weather, as it’s much better to reduce the risk than to deal with the aftermath. If a tree is moving a lot in the wind it’s best to have it looked at before any problems arise. This doesn’t always result in a tree being felled, but often just branches trimming...

Healthy trees are a beautiful addition to any landscape. If your yard’s trees are diseased and unhealthy, however, they can pose a safety threat to your loved ones and your home. A tree service company that offers tree removal in Melbourne can help you to identify and remove diseased trees for your yard. From emergency tree cutting to standard tree removal and more, your certified arborists will provide you with the services that you need to ensure that your trees are healthy and strong. To help you determine when it is time to schedule tree removal, here is a look at the signs of 10 of the most common tree diseases. 1. Leaf Rust If a tree is affected by leaf rust, it may develop a distinctive orange or reddish spotting on its leaves. 2. Fire Blight Fire blight give trees a burned or charred look, even if they have never been touched by a fire. 3. Powdery Mildew To determine the health of your trees, check their leaves for signs of damage or strange colorations. When the...

Fallen and damaged trees can present a serious safety hazard to people, and they can also lead to serious property damage. For these reasons, a tree that is unstable in any way should be dealt with immediately. The following are a few signs that mean you should contact an emergency tree service near Melbourne. When There’s Illness The damage that can be caused by tree diseases is a common reason why people require emergency tree removal services. When allowed to progress, some tree diseases can kill a tree or cause it to become unstable. If any of your trees are hollow, leaning, have dead branches, or appear unhealthy, then consider calling an arborist or tree service to take a look at the plant and determine the best course of action. After a Storm Heavy winds and rains can take a toll on trees. If your area recently suffered a severe storm or hurricane, then it’s important to evaluate your property for any signs of tree damage. If any of your trees have broken branches, are ...

Trees grow and evolve as seasons pass, making ongoing care an important part of property maintenance. Continue reading to learn about why consistent tree trimming and tree pruning. Promoting New Growth Over time, some of the branches on a tree can die, become diseased, or break. To prevent these parts from falling, infecting other areas of the tree, or stifling the plant’s growth, tree care experts recommend regular tree pruning and trimming. By clearing away these problem areas, you can help eliminate potential hazards and simultaneously stimulate new, healthy growth for the tree. Supporting Overall Health When left without any maintenance, it’s possible for trees to grow more densely than is healthy for them. When a tree’s canopy is too thick with leaves and branches, this can affect the plant’s health by preventing enough sunlight from reaching where it should. Also, too much growth in a tree’s canopy can stifle air circulation and create an environment that promotes tree d...

Trees can be a wonderful asset to your property but in some cases, may need to be cut down. The following signs can indicate that you need tree removal. They may fall over. Unstable trees present a serious hazard to your property and anyone on it. Many causes can result in a tree being unstable, such as high winds, soil erosion, and diseased roots. When a tree falls, it can present a danger to anyone in the area, and if it falls onto your house or car, you can expect to be facing some significant damages and repairs. If any of your trees are leaning, being held up by other trees, have cracked or heaving soil around the base, or have exposed roots, then it’s time to call a professional about tree removal. They are too crowded. As with any plant, if your trees are growing too close to one another, this can stunt their growth and cause them to grow in awkward directions as they reach for more light. Also, trees that are too crowded can promote the development of diseases due to a...