Tree health starts with choosing a tree that suits the landscape and continues with proper care throughout its life. Professional tree care includes installation and relocation, while maintenance and structural management address the needs of mature trees. The type of tree introduced to a landscape also influences how it should be planted and maintained, so comprehensive tree service covers both sourcing and ongoing care. Here is more information on maintaining tree health through professional tree care:
Starting With Proper Tree Installation
Professional tree service includes site preparation before crews place a tree in the landscape. Crews may mark public utility lines before installation, and property owners should mark private utility lines. The crew establishes the designated planting area, then creates a tree well and applies mulch around the tree.
Crews add staking when required, and fertilization comes with the tree purchase. After planting, the crew cleans the surrounding area and provides care instructions. Post-installation care includes seasonal watering and routine maintenance. Written care instructions explain the seasonal needs of the newly planted tree.
Managing Tree Transplanting
Tree transplanting moves an existing tree from one location to another. Projects range from moving a tree to a different area in a yard to relocations across town. Small and large projects receive equipment suited to the tree and site; different-sized tree spades provide options for transplanting trees. Larger transplants may require hand-dig teams for the excavation work. Root pruning supports root development before the tree moves to another location. Trees are properly cured before they reach their final planting location, allowing the root system to harden and establish itself in the new soil.
Maintaining Trees Through Seasonal Care
Crown cleaning removes dead, dying, diseased, and crowded branches; this helps reduce weight and canopy density. Raising the crown involves removing lower branches for clearance above structures, sidewalks, and roads. Structural pruning corrects tree form, which promotes a strong central leading branch. Crews remove selected branches, and they address unwanted growth that affects the tree’s form. Pruning also helps prevent damage to necessary limbs and can help limit disease spread.
Hazardous tree removal addresses trees that pose safety concerns. Crews use certified rigging equipment, and they perform stump grinding to remove remaining stumps. Cut-down services include debris removal, while storm recovery addresses trees damaged by severe weather.
Supporting Tree Structure
A weak branch union occurs where branches connect with limited structural strength; bracing and cabling provide added support for these trees. Bracing uses rods to support weak branch attachments, while cabling uses cables to provide supplemental support. These services help manage structural concerns without removing the branches. They also address structural concerns in young or delicate trees.
Selecting Quality Trees
Tree specialists help match trees to landscape goals such as shade, privacy, and yard enhancement. Available planting space also guides tree choices, and specialists discuss the landscape before installation. Pictures of the planting area help specialists understand the location and available space for a new tree. Trees are available in both containerized and field-grown forms. The trees may be hand-selected from the lot or farm, and selected trees receive tags before installation. Trees to choose from include:
- Eastern Red Cedars
- Magnolias
- Hollies
- Junipers
- Carolina Sapphires
- Vitex
- Redbuds
Schedule Professional Tree Service
Professional tree care addresses different needs throughout a tree’s life, from choosing and installing new trees to relocating mature specimens. As trees grow and site conditions change, pruning, removal, stump grinding, or structural support may become necessary. Each project requires specific tree services, and specialists match the work to the tree and landscape. Contact a professional tree care provider to discuss the services your trees require and determine appropriate care for your landscape.
