Below you will find just a few frequently asked question. Please feel free to call us for specifics or additional questions!

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What time of year should I fertilizes my trees?
Ultimately, the best time of year to fertilize trees is in the Fall or in the Spring. We do most of our fertilizations in the Spring, but there is a substantial amount of root growth in the Fall, also. We use a 12 month slow release granular fertilizer for maximum results, and the first application can be done at any time. After that we recommend either Spring to Spring intervals or Fall to Fall intervals.

Should I fertilize my trees?
Most of the trees we fertilize are either stressed from insect or disease problems or are growing in poor soil. Some newer trees are often fertilized to help get them established, and many established trees are often fertilized to increase vigor, health, and overall growth rate can be improved in many cases. This can be especially true with construction damage trees. However, too much fertilizer can actually exacerbate some disease problems, so it is always a good idea to consult with a certified Arborist (Yes, we have one) prior to starting any tree or shrub fertilization program. Some things to consider are overall health condition of your trees, growth rate, species, soil type and depth, and tree location.

What time of year should I prune my trees?
Although we prune trees every day of the year, the ultimate best time is in the winter or summer months. In the winter, the insects and disease organisms are dormant. In addition, the trees are either in a dormant or semi-dormant state. Another benefit is that the trees will heal over faster from pruning cuts made in the winter, when the spring "early wood" kicks in with the faster spring growth. Summer can also be a good time to prune Oak Wilt susceptible trees because the beetles that carry the disease are typically dormant.

Is Ball Moss killing my trees?
Ball Moss is an air feeder. Although it manifests itself on the dead and dying limbs, this is actually coincidental. The limbs on most trees die over time from lack of sunlight. The Ball Moss thrives in this environment. Ball Moss is typically much worse in trees by bodies of water or communities with higher humidity. In extreme manifestations, it can weight down the limbs contributing to breakage in ice storms. Most Ball Moss is removable by standard pruning.