How do trees survive winter? They have a few tried and true techniques. Most trees drop their water-loving leaves in fall so they can conserve as much water as possible before winter starts. Also, trees undergo a few fascinating biological changes to stop their cells from freezing. But despite these efforts, winter weather is relentless. […]
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How do trees survive winter? They have a few tried and true techniques. Most trees drop their water-loving leaves in fall so they can conserve as much water as possible before winter starts. Also, trees undergo a few fascinating biological changes to stop their cells from freezing. But despite these efforts, winter weather is relentless.
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Bark is known as the tough armor that shields trees from outside stressors, like extreme weather or disease. But what happens when bark needs protection? During winter, sunscald and frost cracks can injure tree bark, which in turn threatens the health of our trees. But with your help, bark damage can be prevented. So let’s
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You know those winter days when the sun breaks through to give a little dose of warm weather? For us, it’s nice having a moment to soak up the sun before frigid weather returns. But when temperatures are mild for a bit and then make a quick change back to chilly, it can be a
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Even though trees take a rest and slow their growth in winter, us tree lovers aren’t off the hook when it comes to caring for our plants. In fact, taking proactive steps to maintain your trees during winter is crucial to ensuring they’re all set for a successful growing season. Don’t let tree care get
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Because trees can’t cozy up to a fire like us, or wander to a warmer spot like animals, they have their own way of bearing the cold. Shedding leaves is one method—a bare canopy helps trees conserve needed water. Trees also go through a few steps to protect their cells from freezing. But, the most
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Ever been guilty of watering your tree a tad too much or piling on mulch a little too heavy? Rest assured, you’re not alone! These are common slip-ups that eventually teach us how to properly care for our plants. But of course, it’s best to avoid mistakes when you can so your tree stays as
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When the days get shorter, the skies get gloomier, and you’re coming out of a season full of orange and yellow, the grey and white landscape may become a bleak environment that craves color. When trees traditionally go into the dormant season, they follow the trend with their bare branches. Luckily, there are several species
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Because trees can’t cozy up to a fire like us, or wander to a warmer spot like animals, they have their own way of bearing the cold. Shedding leaves is one method—a bare canopy helps trees conserve needed water. Trees also go through a few steps to protect their cells from freezing. But, the most
Winter Tree Protection for Roots, Trunks and Branches Read More »
Ever been guilty of watering your tree a tad too much or piling on mulch a little too heavy? Rest assured, you’re not alone! These are common slip-ups that eventually teach us how to properly care for our plants. But of course, it’s best to avoid mistakes when you can so your tree stays as
Worst Winter Mistakes for Protecting Trees and Plants Read More »
When the days get shorter, the skies get gloomier, and you’re coming out of a season full of orange and yellow, the grey and white landscape may become a bleak environment that craves color. When trees traditionally go into the dormant season, they follow the trend with their bare branches. Luckily, there are several species
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A couple of weeks ago, local temperatures fell well below zero degrees Fahrenheit. As with much of the country, during the holidays, night time temperatures plummeted to record lows. By chance, that same week, I happened to overhear a phone conversation between one of our younger staff and a concerned tree owner. Evidently, the symptoms
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From Boston to Bismarck, this has been a bitter winter. According to The Weather Channel, the arctic blast that hit much of the nation in late December and early January was a record-setter for places as far-ranging as Bangor, Maine, and Duluth, Minnesota. Buffalo smashed records for cold and so did Green Bay and Lincoln,
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Are you a tree care business owner or manager interested in fi nding workable and realistic solutions for your company in today’s complicated world? If so, the Tree Service Hampton Care Industry Association (TCIA) Winter Management Conference (WMC) is an event you’ll want to look into attending. The 2018 WMC will be held Feb. 4-8
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Winter weather — you know it’s coming, but there’s no stopping it. Even in the South, the impact of winter can take a toll, especially where poorly advised homeowners plant trees in USDA Zone 7 that are best suited for Zone 9. In the North, extreme fluctuations in temperature and moisture can wreak havoc with
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The first step to tree work after a snowstorm is to get rid of the snow, at least on the immediate job site. “We actually bring a snowblower to job sites with us to clear the snow, or sometimes we have a small skid steer on the job … or we’ll just have four or
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As long as trees continue to grow outdoors, tree care work is going to take place out in the elements. That means dealing with heat, wind, sun, dust, pollen, rain, cold and, for those working in many parts of the country, snow. All of these different weather conditions pose their own challenges on the job,
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[ad_1] You may be prepping yourself for “the call” … the one where the customer just starts describing a malady on their tree that wasn’t there in late fall. Especially after a drought, this is a likely scenario. Unfortunately, these calls will not be rare, easy to fix or linked exclusively to the drought —
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