Why do trees die? Like humans and pets, trees get old. They can (and do) die from old age. Perhaps the major difference between humans, pets and trees is the sheer number of years trees can live… some will last centuries. Did you know the Bristlecone Pine can live up to 5,000 years? That’s astounding!… Read more »
Tree Care Myths to Ignore
Unless you do your research and really learn a lot about tree care, you are probably like most people in that you don’t know much about trees, and you’re okay with that– after all, it’s not a topic most people talk about at parties. The only time people really think about the trees on their… Read more »
Tree Trimming Versus Tree Pruning
Forest Tree Service of Kingwood, Texas, handles a lot of tree trimmings, stump grindings and more. Did you know that Neil Leuck (who owns the company) once trimmed trees in New York City’s Central Park? Whether it’s serving residential, commercial or municipal clients in and around Kingwood, Forest Tree Service is consistently known for doing… Read more »
How Often Should You Have Tree Pruning Done?
If you’re like most people, once in a great while you think to yourself, “How often should I have tree pruning done?” Maybe your yard is tarting to look “overgrown” or “shabby,” and the idea of hiring a professional tree crew from the likes of Forest Tree Service comes to mind… Rule of Thumb With… Read more »
Here’s When You Need Emergency Tree Removal Services
Most people don’t think much about the trees on their property until one of them becomes “an issue,” as in “safety issue.” When is there a need for emergency tree removal services from a company like Forest Tree Service? If a tree looks like it could cause harm to people or things at any moment,… Read more »
How Stump Grinding Services Benefit Homeowners
Did you ever have a zit on your face? If so, you wanted it gone, right? Zits, much like tree stumps, are a nuisance you wish would go just go away. Now some people live in areas where a couple tree stumps in the yard don’t really matter. They’re “out in the country” and have… Read more »
How to Care For a Tree on Your Property After a Strong Storm
After a strong storm comes through and messes with your property, what do you do when you’ve got an injured, broken or down tree in the yard? Evaluate the Tree’s Future First things first: ask yourself, “Can this tree be saved?” If you’re not sure, you might want to have Forest Tree Service come over… Read more »
Can Trees Prune Themselves?
Can trees “prune” themselves? To “prune” is to reduce the extent of something by removing superfluous– or unwanted parts. Sometimes trees “prune” themselves, allowing branches to fall to the ground. When this happens, a natural pruning can hit people in the head and/or land on vehicles or homes. Have you ever been around a tree… Read more »
Tips For Selecting an Arborist
An arborist is defined as a “tree surgeon.” He or she knows all about trees– and can tell if they’re healthy or not. If they’re not healthy, the arborist knows how to “treat” them much like a doctor gives medicine and care to a human patient. Maybe you’ve noticed there are some trees on your… Read more »
Here’s Why It’s Important to Fertilize Your Trees
Now a lot of people fertilize their lawns. Why? They want their lawns to look their best, grow strong, and live longer, right? Have you ever considered fertilizing your… trees? The Benefits of Fertilizing Trees Just like anything in your yard that’s alive, trees need water to live– obviously. In the springtime, it’s a good… Read more »