Meteorologists are predicting tonight’s blizzard to be “historic.” While it is smart to make the trip to the store to stock up on groceries and supplies, there are other precautions to consider before a large snowstorm hits. Blizzard tree preparation can be crucial in preventing severe damage to trees as well as creating a safer space around your property.
A blizzard is the strongest and most dangerous type of winter storm. Blizzards bring large amounts of snow combined with extremely powerful winds that create blinding snow, deep snowdrifts, and dangerously low temperatures due to the wind chill.
Heavy, wet snow combined with strong winds can wreak havoc on even the most established of trees-which can also pose a threat to the safety of your home and your family. Limbs or even full trees can be knocked down and land on your home or other belongings in the yard. There is also the risk of limbs or trees landing on power lines, causing power outages or dangerous downed live wires. If a limb or tree falls on power lines on your property, please do not try to remove them yourself-contact highly skilled and trained professionals to remove the trees.
Blizzard tree preparation can involve wrapping smaller shrubs and trees in burlap to help shelter them from the strong winds and large amounts of snow. It can also involve hiring a professional tree company to properly prune weak tree limbs that could potentially pose a dangerous threat to your home.
Green Trees Arborcare has a team of trained professionals for all of your blizzard tree preparation needs. We also offer around the clock snow removal services. If this blizzard is going to be as intense as they are saying-please use caution, stay safe, keep warm, and leave the tree care and snow removal to us. Please contact us anytime at: 508-384-2992 or click here to reach us on the web.
Now that winter is officially here in New England, it’s easy to think that there isn’t much that needs to be done in terms of caring for your trees. On the contrary; winter tree care can be extremely vital in the overall health of the tree for the upcoming warmer months.
Right now, your trees are in the inactive, or dormant, stage of growth-which is the best time to prune. Pruning can be done for aesthetic purposes, but it can also be done for the safety of the tree and your property. If tree limbs are too large and loom near power lines, your home, or other objects on your property-it can put them all at serious risk of damage. Limbs that are too weak need to be pruned to avoid damage to the tree itself. Proper pruning can help to prevent trees from weeping over from the weight of heavy snow and ice that can form in the winter. Pruning in the winter is less intrusive to the tree and is also more effective for the arborist. Due to the lack of leaves, the arborist can easily see the shape of the tree, allowing him to know exactly where to make the proper cuts.
In preparation for next year’s winter tree care, it is helpful to water and mulch some of your trees before the first heavy frost. The mulch will help to retain some moisture in the roots of the tree and help to keep pesky weeds out. Ideally mulch should be spread to about 2 to 3 inches thick using the taper method. Too much mulch piled up next to the trunk of the tree can trap too much moisture which can cause fungus growth and disease.
If there is a large winter storm headed your way and you are concerned about some of the trees on your property, it is best to reach out to a professional who can assess the situation and implement the proper techniques.
Here at Green Trees Arborcare, we know trees. We have a highly skilled and professional team with the right equipment to get the job done right. If you have any winter tree care questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at: 508-384-2992 or click here to reach us on the web.
Fall’s beautiful foliage has come and gone-leaving most properties looking gray, dull, and uninviting, but this doesn’t have to always be the case. There are several winter plants that you can place around your property to create a visually pleasing scene throughout the long, cold New England winter months.
Several winter plants offer year-round benefits because many are evergreens. Evergreens will provide your property with a vibrant green color rather than a plant that loses all leaves and flowers-leaving nothing but sparse gray and brown branches. Evergreens are a great addition to the front of a home to cover the foundation-serving not only an aesthetic purpose, but also creating insulation. The foundation will stay cooler in the hot summer months and will serve as a barrier against the cold bitter winds in the winter.
The following are some common winter plants that can be found here in New England:
Ornamental Grasses-add interest to any property with several different varieties to choose from.
Winterberry-the “Winter Red” and “Sparkleberry” varieties provide striking red berries that will be striking in a winter scene.
Blue Holly-probably one of the most quintessential winter plants with its evergreen leaves and bright red berries. Great along walkways or in front of the foundation. Use clippings to decorate inside your home during the holidays!
Firethorn-the “Yukon Belle” variety is an evergreen and a member of the rose family. It has bright orange fruit that lasts through the fall and winter and has small white flowers in the spring.
Yew Shrubs-There are several different varieties to choose from and are drought-resistant evergreens that are great in front of a foundation.
Cypress-These evergreens are well adapted to the New England climate and make for great decorations during the holidays.
Birch Trees-Several varieties to choose from-most with interesting bark that is a show-stopper year-round.
Red Osier Dogwoods-A few different varieties to choose from and have stems that range from yellow to red in the winter.
If you are looking to add a pop of color and interest to your property in the winter-consider some of these winter plants. If you are fortunate enough to have some on your property already and have any questions on caring for them, please don’t hesitate to contact us at: 508-384-2992 or click here to reach us on the web.
Fall is synonymous with leaves dropping and trees looking like they have shut down for the winter-while this is true, the fall is actually a great time for planting new trees and shrubs.
While the parts of the tree that are visible above ground are shutting down; what’s below the surface is actually just getting started for the year. Plants develop more roots in the fall than during any other time of year. By planting new trees or shrubs during the fall, you are allowing them to really establish strong roots which gives the plant a healthy head start for next year. As spring approaches, the plant is able to concentrate more on flowering and sprouting new leaves rather than trying to establish new roots. The fall also creates a less stressful environment for newly planted trees with cooler months and typically a decent amount of rainfall.
The following is a list of trees, shrubs, plants, and flowers that are great to plant in the fall:
A new lawn
Bulbs that flower in the spring
Perennials
Most trees
Most shrubs
Evergreens
Mums
Asters
Cabbage
Vines
If you are looking to transplant any of your existing trees, shrubs, or flowers; fall is yet again the perfect time of year to do so for all of the same reasons mentioned above.
Just because the cooler months are among us doesn’t mean you have to put away your gardening supplies and have a baron looking yard. Roll up your sleeves and keep at it to create an abundance of charm that you can enjoy year-round.
If you have any tree care or new trees questions please don’t hesitate to contact Green Trees Arborcare at: 508-384-2992 or click here to reach us on the web. Green Trees Arborcare takes pride in excellent customer service and our passion for tree care.
Tree trimming and tree pruning are both crucial for the health and structure of beautiful trees that you have invested significant time and money into over the years. Although both procedures sound very similar, which in some ways they are; they are each done for different reasons.
Tree trimming is available to residential and commercial properties and can be done any time of the year as needed. Large and small trees can be trimmed if it will improve the overall health of the tree. Tree trimming is typically done when: trees become too large, pose a threat to your property or a neighbor’s property, grow to close to power lines, or when limbs become too weak to withstand extreme weather.
Tree pruning is a delicate procedure that is done strategically at certain times of the year for the overall health and structure of a tree. Like tree trimming; tree pruning is great for both residential and commercial properties. The best time to properly prune a tree is when it is dormant-doing so promotes better health and prevents excessive sap loss. Pruning enhances the shape of a tree, creating more pleasant aesthetics and a healthier structure. Proper pruning helps prevent tree diseases by increasing air flow and promoting strong growth which resists damages.
If you believe that trees on your residential or commercial property are in need of professional tree trimming and tree pruning, a member of our team would be more than happy to provide you with an estimate.
If you have any questions regarding tree trimming and tree pruning, please don’t hesitate to contact us at: 508-384-2992 or click here to reach us on the web. Green Trees Arborcare takes pride in excellent customer service and our passion for tree care.
