Preparing nearby trees for tornado season

Posted on 24 April 2019

When the rain begins to fall and strong winds begin to blow, you should pay attention to nearby trees. Tornado season can cause branches to fall off or even entire trees to collapse, which eventually results in injuries and property damage. Heavy precipitation can destabilize trees and increase their risk of falling. The good news is that there are several steps you can take to prepare nearby trees for tornados, and to minimise the risk of property damage. [Read More]

Two reasons why an arborist might recommend that you have your tree removed

Posted on 21 November 2018

There are several reasons why an arborist might recommend that you have your tree removed. Continue reading to learn more. The tree's roots have begun to grow under your shared fence and onto your neighbour's property If you have a tree that is located a few metres away from the fence that you share with your neighbour, you might think that there is no way that this tree could possibly damage your neighbour's property. [Read More]

Trees in Troubled Waters: Can Trees Survive Flooding?

Posted on 11 June 2018

Has your property and the surrounding area recently suffered flooding? If so, and if you have trees on your land, you are probably wondering whether your trees will survive or if you will need to hire a tree lopper. Although flooding does kill trees, many factors will decide the fate of your tree in the aftermath of a flood. If you are worried about your trees due to a recent flood occurring in your area, the following considerations will help you to decide how best to approach the issue. [Read More]

Four Signs that Your Tree is either sick or dead

Posted on 3 January 2018

Having dead trees on or near your property can cause deeper problems than just being an eyesore. For instance, dead tree branches may break off and fall, causing injuries and damages to property and if the cause of the death is disease, pests could spread to your property. As a property owner, you should identify sick and dying trees as early as possible and have them removed to avoid these eventualities. [Read More]

About Me

Branching Out: Keeping A Healthy Environment Through Tree Care

I'm a country girl who greatly values the peacefulness and solitude of farm life. Of course, times change, and many properties near mine have been subdivided with city folk moving in. Some of these hobby farmers have come up with fabulous, niche business ideas. I guess I've become a bit of a mentor to the "blockies" who have plenty of enthusiasm but sometimes lack the know-how. Recently, I held an informal training session at the local hall to discuss tree problems that have emerged in the district. I thought that this blog might help others who are wondering about tree care and need a starting point. I hope you enjoy browsing.

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