Hello, I'm Kathy Hicks. I have traveled all over the United States and have visited some of the most gorgeous natural settings. In some parts of the U.S., the trees are so vibrant and it is comforting feeling surrounded by nature in all directions. This has lead me to wish that more of the United States had not become covered with concrete, buildings and asphalt. I have become involved with my local community planting trees and looking for other ways to improve our surroundings. I have found that there needs to be more general knowledge of effective tree care and planting methods, so I created this blog.
Posted on: 12 July 2017
Summer is generally not the best time of year to trim trees. With most trees, it is best to trim them when they are dormant in the spring or fall. However, there are some situations in which it makes sense to prune your trees during the summer time.
When To Prune Your Trees In The Summer
In generally, if you want to sculpt or control the size of a tree, it is best to do so when it is dormant.
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Posted on: 12 July 2017
Ideally, you shouldn't just wake up one day and start removing that stump in your yard. You need to plan for it to minimize the risk of injury and associated costs. Here are some of the preparatory measures you should adopt:
Clear the Area Around the Stump
The area around the base of the stump should be free from large debris such as rock, discarded tools or other hard objects that may interfere with the operation.
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Posted on: 12 July 2017
Using pesticides is one of the best ways of getting rid of bothersome pests on your fruit trees. However, it isn't the best way; pesticides cause different health effects and harm the environment. Luckily, the following tips will help you keep the pests at bay without using pesticides:
Prune the Trees
Some pests don't fly but they reach your fruit trees via the limbs or branches that touch the ground. For example, ants may attack a fence and get to the fruit tree if some of its branches are touching the fence.
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Posted on: 12 July 2017
When it comes to your yard, there are many rewarding things that you can do. For instance, you can build a patio and make it a place to entertain family and friends. Another option is to make a garden, but this typically involves dedicating a certain area for growing fruits and vegetables. It is also possible to turn your entire landscape into a place where fruit can grow by getting help from a tree service company like Brown's Tree Service.
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