Making Your Trees Safe and Inviting for Your KidsMaking Your Trees Safe and Inviting for Your Kids


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Making Your Trees Safe and Inviting for Your Kids

When many people talk about trees, they talk about pruning them or blocking their roots from hitting sidewalks or other things. I rarely hear anyone talk about making their trees more hospitable for their kids. Hi, my name is Gina. I am the mum of four sons, and if they couldn't climb the trees in our yard, they would be jumping on my furniture and climbing my walls all day long. Luckily, I have a friend who works in the tree service industry, and he has helped me with everything from assessing the safety of dead branches to adding swings to the trees to pruning them for easier climbing. As he can't be everywhere, I decided to share the tips and tricks I've learned from him and from our experience with trees. Enjoy!

Why you need to get the stump removed along with the tree

It may seem like a simple job to cut down an overgrown or diseased tree in your garden. However, leaving the stump behind could be a costly mistake. Here are some reasons why you should use a professional tree removal service to ensure that the stump is fully removed as well as the rest of the tree. Safety Firstly, and perhaps most importantly, a tree stump in your garden can be unsafe. Read More 

Why It’s Best to Remove an Unhealthy Tree from Your Property

Some of the trees on your property might be healthy and in good condition, while others might be in the best shape. If you have one or more unhealthy trees on your property, you should call a tree removal service. Then, someone who has experience with cutting down trees and who has a chainsaw and other necessary equipment can come out and remove your unhealthy tree. If you're wondering why it's usually best to remove an unhealthy tree from your property, consider these reasons why it's usually suggested. Read More 

When a Tree’s Roots Are Slowly Destroying Your Paving

Sometimes it might seem like a homeowner gives little thought to the long-term consequences of trees they plant on their property. Chosen for their aesthetic qualities, or for shade, the growth rate of a tree can be so slow that someone might not think about the ultimate size of a tree because they don't have to. By the time the trees become potentially problematic, the property may have changed hands several times, and it might be you who has to deal with the consequences. Read More 

What Is the Best Season to Prune Your Deciduous Trees?

As you care for your garden throughout the year, one of your tasks is to prune your plants and trees. Pruning helps produce new growth, clear away dead branches and reduce the risk of pests. But you can't just prune your deciduous trees any time of the year for any reason. If you prune in the wrong season, you could do more harm than good. In general, winter is the best time for deciduous tree pruning. Read More 

5 Reasons to Leave Tree Lopping to the Experts

Tree lopping involves removing branches from a tree to improve its shape and health. For instance, if a tree has become too large for a property, tree lopping can reduce its size. This is useful if you want to keep a tree rather than remove it. Some homeowners try to tackle this job themselves. But this is often a mistake. You should leave tree lopping to the experts for various reasons. Read More