Many organizations worldwide are telling people to plant trees. But, can anybody plant a tree?
Incorrect planting procedures, and planting the wrong tree in the wrong place have caused a multitude of tree problems worldwide. It is not only bad that money is wasted for the purchase of the tree, but it is sad when the dignity of the tree is destroyed as it wanes and dies standing in place.
How do you avoid these mistakes? Well, if correct planting procedures are not known, then they should be planted under the supervision of a tree care professional who understands how to plant correctly and proper placement. And, after planting, a continuing health care schedule should be maintained.
Source: 100 Tree Myths, by alex L. Shigo
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Pruning Techniques
There are specific types of pruning that help trees stay healthy, safe, and beautiful.
•Cleaning removes dead, dying, diseased, crowded, weakly-attached, and low-vigor branches from the crown of a tree.
•Thinning selectively removes branches to increase light penetration and air movement through the crown and reduces weight on heavy limbs to retain the tree's natural shape.
•Raising removes lower branches from a tree to clear space for buildings, vehicles, pedestrians, and views.
•Reduction trims the height or spread of a tree by pruning back the leaders and branch terminals to lateral branches that are large enough to assume the terminal roles (at least one-third the diameter of the cut stem). Compared to topping, this helps maintain the form and structural integrity of the tree.
SOURCE: www.treesaregood.com
Remember - Pruning large trees can be dangerous. It usually involves working above the ground and using power equipment. Ensure your safety, and that of your trees, by hiring a Professional. Call us today for a FREE ESTIMATE at (877) 243-KING.
•Cleaning removes dead, dying, diseased, crowded, weakly-attached, and low-vigor branches from the crown of a tree.
•Thinning selectively removes branches to increase light penetration and air movement through the crown and reduces weight on heavy limbs to retain the tree's natural shape.
•Raising removes lower branches from a tree to clear space for buildings, vehicles, pedestrians, and views.
•Reduction trims the height or spread of a tree by pruning back the leaders and branch terminals to lateral branches that are large enough to assume the terminal roles (at least one-third the diameter of the cut stem). Compared to topping, this helps maintain the form and structural integrity of the tree.
SOURCE: www.treesaregood.com
Remember - Pruning large trees can be dangerous. It usually involves working above the ground and using power equipment. Ensure your safety, and that of your trees, by hiring a Professional. Call us today for a FREE ESTIMATE at (877) 243-KING.
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Pruning Mistakes
Don't let this happen to you!
Think about this unpleasant scenario: You are trying to save money by pruning your own trees. Dangling from an extension ladder with a running chain saw, you're about to fall and break your leg and then cut the other one off with the saw. What could be more dangerous?
Our advice to homeowners is that if they can reach the branch that they want to remove without using a ladder, then it’s probably acceptable to snip or trim a little here and there. For pruning needs other than that, it's best to hire a professional. Most homeowners simply don’t have the equipment, knowledge or experience to perform pruning or other structural repairs by themselves.
(excerpted from Tree Services magazine)
Call us today for a FREE Estimate for all your Pruning Needs at (877)243-KING.
Think about this unpleasant scenario: You are trying to save money by pruning your own trees. Dangling from an extension ladder with a running chain saw, you're about to fall and break your leg and then cut the other one off with the saw. What could be more dangerous?
Our advice to homeowners is that if they can reach the branch that they want to remove without using a ladder, then it’s probably acceptable to snip or trim a little here and there. For pruning needs other than that, it's best to hire a professional. Most homeowners simply don’t have the equipment, knowledge or experience to perform pruning or other structural repairs by themselves.
(excerpted from Tree Services magazine)
Call us today for a FREE Estimate for all your Pruning Needs at (877)243-KING.
Monday, August 2, 2010
A Day in our Life - LIVE VIDEO Coverage
Fox News will be spending the day with Shadowland Foundation on Tuesday, August 3rd. starting at 7am PST. They'll be covering us off and on all day so check it out - Tivo it - DVR it - or just sit back and watch us live all day!
http://media.myfoxla.com/live/
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Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Choosing a Tree
Source: http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/feature/backyard/TreePtg.html
Choosing a tree should be a well thought-out decision. Tree planting can be a significant investment in money and time. Proper selection can provide you with years of enjoyment as well as significantly increase the value of your property.
An inappropriate tree for your property can be a constant maintenance problem or even a hazard. Before you buy, take advantage of the abundant references on gardening at local libraries, universities, arboretums, parks where trees are identified, native plant and gardening clubs, and nurseries.
As always, use a Professional Arborist to correctly and safely plant the appropriate trees for optimal results. Call us Today for a FREE Estimate.
Choosing a tree should be a well thought-out decision. Tree planting can be a significant investment in money and time. Proper selection can provide you with years of enjoyment as well as significantly increase the value of your property.
An inappropriate tree for your property can be a constant maintenance problem or even a hazard. Before you buy, take advantage of the abundant references on gardening at local libraries, universities, arboretums, parks where trees are identified, native plant and gardening clubs, and nurseries.
As always, use a Professional Arborist to correctly and safely plant the appropriate trees for optimal results. Call us Today for a FREE Estimate.
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Greener Environment
“Healthy, growing landscape plants can offset some of the carbon being generated by individual homeowners. Here is a hypothetical example: A typical gas-powered automobile driven 12,500 miles annually might be expected to release about 2500 pounds of carbon a year, according to Environmental Protection Agency Emission Facts. A half-acre residence with roughly 50 percent covered in trees could store about 800 pounds of carbon a year. If the remainder of the landscape were turfgrass, it would store another 200 pounds. So, this hypothetical homeowner could offset 1000 pounds of carbon – 40 percent of their automobile footprint-just by maintaining a healthy landscape”.
From “Putting Green Spaces to Work” by Thomas Rufty and Nick Hamon (Oct. 09 issue of Lawn and Landscape)
So keep your trees healthy by aerating and root fertilizing, trimming away dead and broken branches and overgrown foliage. Call Tree King for a free estimate on the condition of your trees and what can be done to maintain the value and health of your landscape.
From “Putting Green Spaces to Work” by Thomas Rufty and Nick Hamon (Oct. 09 issue of Lawn and Landscape)
So keep your trees healthy by aerating and root fertilizing, trimming away dead and broken branches and overgrown foliage. Call Tree King for a free estimate on the condition of your trees and what can be done to maintain the value and health of your landscape.
Monday, January 11, 2010
Wounded Trees
Source: The Classic How-To On Tree Care - United States Forest Service AIB-387
A tree is considered to be wounded when its bark is broken so that either its inner bark or wood is exposed to the air. Tree wounds are caused by various agents, including birds, animals, insects, fire, mechanical equipment, lightning, or man and his activities. Tree wounds are classified into three types, depending on their locations: branch wounds, trunk wounds, and root wounds.
A good tree-care program includes looking for hints of trouble. There are a number of signs and symptoms that indicate the development of decay in a tree. All too often they go unrecognized until it is too late. However, early recognition of these signs and symptoms, followed by proper treatment, can do much to proven or minimize the damage caused by decay and the subsequent waste of so many good trees and so much valuable wood. Before deciding on a plan of action, it is wise to consider basic points about trees.
A tree is considered to be wounded when its bark is broken so that either its inner bark or wood is exposed to the air. Tree wounds are caused by various agents, including birds, animals, insects, fire, mechanical equipment, lightning, or man and his activities. Tree wounds are classified into three types, depending on their locations: branch wounds, trunk wounds, and root wounds.
A good tree-care program includes looking for hints of trouble. There are a number of signs and symptoms that indicate the development of decay in a tree. All too often they go unrecognized until it is too late. However, early recognition of these signs and symptoms, followed by proper treatment, can do much to proven or minimize the damage caused by decay and the subsequent waste of so many good trees and so much valuable wood. Before deciding on a plan of action, it is wise to consider basic points about trees.
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