Waking Up the Landscape: A Complete Guide to Transitioning Your Trees from Winter to Spring
As the biting winter weather slowly but surely gives way to spring, the Canadian landscape undergoes a silent, if monumental shift. For many homeowners, however, the transition from winter to spring means more than just a change in […]
Heavy Loads and Hollow Limbs: Preventing Structural Failure During Winter Storms
There’s nothing quite like the sight of one of your trees covered in snow to offer a quintessential image of winter beauty. However, there’s more to that scene than an example of a picturesque winter scene; there’s quite […]
The Silent Killer: Strategies for Mitigating De-icing Salt Damage on Your Landscape
Like any other season, winter comes with its fair share of chores to keep you busy around the house: clearing driveways, getting your last-minute tree care tasks done, and managing the ice coating the walkway. […]
The Benefits of Consulting an Arborist in Winter
To understand why winter tree care is so beneficial, one must first understand the biology of the tree during the colder months.
When a tree enters dormancy, it is not dead; it is essentially conserving energy. During […]
The Survival Game: How Strategic Winter Care Prevents Permanent Tree Decline
Now that we’re well and truly in the middle of winter, it’s the time more than a few homeowners kick back and take it easy. Your yard work can easily wait ‘til spring; now’s the time to curl […]
A Mid-Winter Wellness Check: Identifying Pests and Structural Risks Before Spring Arrives
For many homes (and homeowners too for that matter), winter can feel like a time of suspended animation. Now that the world is seemingly snowed-in, your whole landscape can feel dormant and lifeless under all the snow and […]
The 6 Hidden Dangers of DIY Tree Care: Why Hiring an Arborist Saves Time and Money
There’s no denying a tree adds a certain je ne sais quoi to your home. They’re beautiful and majestic additions to your property, and the right species can even provide some shade
Stop Topping Your Trees! Debunking the 4 Most Destructive Pruning Myths
Trees are a boon for any home and any homeowner. Not only are they striking elements of your landscape to give your curb appeal a boost, but they also provide shade, privacy, and a place for local wildlife […]
From Sapling to Shade Tree: A Lifetime of Care for Your Green Investment
There are plenty of reasons why a homeowner might plant a tree: for the shade, for the potential fruits, for the boost to curb appeal, or perhaps for the sheer aesthetic of a beautiful tree in the yard. […]
8 Tips to Keep Your Trees Healthy Through Fall and Into Winter
Caring for your trees in the colder months helps them stay strong and safe. As the seasons change, trees face stress from heavy snow, freezing temperatures, and harsh winds that can weaken branches. Without proper attention, these conditions […]