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 »
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 »
Are you thinking of having a bonfire outside in the yard this summer? How about using firewood indoors to help heat the house during the winter? It turns out that not all woods are the same. Some can smoke too much when they’re being burnt, or have terribly stinky odors. Others can build up creosote… Read more »
Who doesn’t love a beautiful tree in their yard or in front of their business property? Undoubtedly, trees can help beautify your property and are good for the environment. However, like all things, they do have a shelf life, and dying trees could really plague your property and cause owners a bevy of issues. Who… Read more »
What happens many hedges? They get ugly! Some of the words used to describe some pretty ugly hedges include: unkempt, scraggly, spindly, and unsightly. Oftentimes people just don’t bother to maintain their hedges, so it’s no wonder they get ugly. How Trimmed Hedges Enhance Your Property When hedges are well taken care of, they can… Read more »
Bushes and shrubs surround us. They’re woody plants with many stems. As perennials, they live for several years and can grow to heights of fifteen to twenty feet tall. When they grow so tall and big, they can become overgrown. What are some tips for trimming overgrown bushes and shrubs? Trimming Bushes and Shrubs The… Read more »
Trees add a great deal to society. They help block the wind, give shade on sunny days, reduce pollution, and help clean the air. Furthermore, they add to the beauty and “look” of a property, such that people want trees in order to “up” their property values. Many well-to-do people have a nice variety of… Read more »
Forest Tree Service has planted many trees on many properties in and around Kingwood, Texas. What are some reasons to plant trees on your Houston-area property? For starters, trees are great for the environment. When you have trees on your property, you’re helping our planet. Seriously, trees help clean the air– they act as nature’s… Read more »
Trees are an important part of the landscape around homes and businesses. Trees provide shade during hot weather, shelter during windy weather, privacy from neighboring properties, and even an important visual aesthetic. The bottom line is that trees provide many benefits. Unfortunately, no matter how valuable, sometimes a tree needs to be removed. These are… Read more »
If you have a small tree growing outside of your home or business, one of the best ways to ensure that it continues to grow and stays healthy is by pruning it regularly. Pruning won’t take a whole lot of time or effort on your part, but it will yield results if you do it… Read more »