Are you still clinging to 2017’s Christmas tree? We don’t blame you. Weren’t we singing “O Christmas Tree” not two or three weeks ago? Now we’re supposed to toss it to the curb?
Here are some ideas to make the most of that used-up Tannenbaum, both inside and outside!
https://brockleytree.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/8426387233_f54f0feecf_o.jpg8311668holliehttps://brockleytree.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Favicon.pnghollie2018-01-05 14:48:232019-11-27 16:09:25What To Do With Your Old Christmas Tree
Picking a Christmas tree has become one of the most important December traditions. Think about your favourite festive movies – from A Christmas Story to National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, taking the family to the local lot or forest to get a tree is one of the most magical parts of the season. Sure, you might end up with soap in your mouth after or cut down a tree with a squirrel in it, but you had a ton of fun!
A new trend is quickly replacing the woodsy scent of real evergreens, though, as fake plastic Christmas trees are gaining in popularity. It’s understandable, really – it’s a one-time cost, there are no needles to clean up, and there’s nothing to haul out to the curb in January. But what do real tree specialists prefer?
https://brockleytree.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/pexels-photo-257909-1.jpeg12801920holliehttps://brockleytree.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Favicon.pnghollie2017-12-19 10:59:342019-11-27 16:09:25Real vs. Fake Christmas Trees: An Arborist’s Perspective
Winter can do a lot of damage to a tree. It’s a part of nature, really, and trees are built to resist much of what the cold, harsh weather will throw at them. Their whole system works to prevent the water inside from freezing and expanding, and their ability to go dormant in the winter helps them survive through a minus 30-degree day during the dead of a Canadian winter.
Sometimes the weather wins. While that’s all well and good in a forest, you probably want to preserve the trees you have in your backyard. Winter damage can weaken the tree, make it aesthetically unpleasing, and even cause damage to your home or vehicles. Here’s what you can do to help to your trees survive the winter intact!
https://brockleytree.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Favicon.png00holliehttps://brockleytree.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Favicon.pnghollie2017-10-25 11:35:462019-11-27 16:09:25Protecting Trees from Winter Damage
After a long winter, your tree might be in a weaker state; this means it’s the perfect target for pests come spring. Nature provides you with a lot of protection via predators, but sometimes infestations can get out of control. If you’re not paying attention and controlling your trees, they could end up dead.
Here are four pests that are prevalent in Ontario, and could be coming for your trees. Look for the signs and be ready this fall and next spring!Read more
https://brockleytree.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/emerald-ash-borer-1447682_1920.jpg10821920holliehttps://brockleytree.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Favicon.pnghollie2017-10-03 13:44:462019-11-27 16:09:25Harmful Tree Bugs and How To Get Rid of Them
Trees are tough plants, but winter can take a toll on their structure and health. This storm damage could lead to weakened integrity, falling branches, and a lot of property damage in the future. While a little snow and ice and can make for beautiful, pastoral scenes, it can add a lot of stress.
Examine your trees now, before the cold makes it a very unpleasant chore. You’ll be saving yourself a lot of time, energy, and money, not to mention maybe even saving the life of your tree!
https://brockleytree.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/winter-tree.jpg480640holliehttps://brockleytree.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Favicon.pnghollie2017-09-18 12:30:122019-11-27 16:09:26Preparing Your Trees For Winter
If you want a tree removed, it’s easy to think that you could do it yourself. But large tree removal isn’t a very easy job, and it’s almost always a hazardous one. The large limbs and thick trunk can cause serious damage during the removal process. The damage that you were probably hoping to avoid in taking down the tree in the first place.
Here are some things to consider before completing large tree removal on your property, and why you should just call an arborist to do it for you! Read more
https://brockleytree.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pexels-photo-478118.jpeg12801920holliehttps://brockleytree.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Favicon.pnghollie2017-07-26 13:20:112019-11-27 16:09:26The Dangers of Large Tree Removal
What To Do With Your Old Christmas Tree
/in Uncategorized /by hollieAre you still clinging to 2017’s Christmas tree? We don’t blame you. Weren’t we singing “O Christmas Tree” not two or three weeks ago? Now we’re supposed to toss it to the curb?
Here are some ideas to make the most of that used-up Tannenbaum, both inside and outside!
Read more
Real vs. Fake Christmas Trees: An Arborist’s Perspective
/in Uncategorized /by hollieA new trend is quickly replacing the woodsy scent of real evergreens, though, as fake plastic Christmas trees are gaining in popularity. It’s understandable, really – it’s a one-time cost, there are no needles to clean up, and there’s nothing to haul out to the curb in January. But what do real tree specialists prefer?
Read more
Protecting Trees from Winter Damage
/in Uncategorized, News /by hollieWinter can do a lot of damage to a tree. It’s a part of nature, really, and trees are built to resist much of what the cold, harsh weather will throw at them. Their whole system works to prevent the water inside from freezing and expanding, and their ability to go dormant in the winter helps them survive through a minus 30-degree day during the dead of a Canadian winter.
Sometimes the weather wins. While that’s all well and good in a forest, you probably want to preserve the trees you have in your backyard. Winter damage can weaken the tree, make it aesthetically unpleasing, and even cause damage to your home or vehicles. Here’s what you can do to help to your trees survive the winter intact!
Read more
Harmful Tree Bugs and How To Get Rid of Them
/in News /by hollieAfter a long winter, your tree might be in a weaker state; this means it’s the perfect target for pests come spring. Nature provides you with a lot of protection via predators, but sometimes infestations can get out of control. If you’re not paying attention and controlling your trees, they could end up dead.
Here are four pests that are prevalent in Ontario, and could be coming for your trees. Look for the signs and be ready this fall and next spring! Read more
Preparing Your Trees For Winter
/in News /by hollieTrees are tough plants, but winter can take a toll on their structure and health. This storm damage could lead to weakened integrity, falling branches, and a lot of property damage in the future. While a little snow and ice and can make for beautiful, pastoral scenes, it can add a lot of stress.
Examine your trees now, before the cold makes it a very unpleasant chore. You’ll be saving yourself a lot of time, energy, and money, not to mention maybe even saving the life of your tree!
Read more
The Dangers of Large Tree Removal
/in News /by hollieIf you want a tree removed, it’s easy to think that you could do it yourself. But large tree removal isn’t a very easy job, and it’s almost always a hazardous one. The large limbs and thick trunk can cause serious damage during the removal process. The damage that you were probably hoping to avoid in taking down the tree in the first place.
Here are some things to consider before completing large tree removal on your property, and why you should just call an arborist to do it for you!
Read more