Our leafy friends have a knack for popping up in inconvenient places; between sidewalk cracks, next to garages, against fences. If they’re too close to your house, they can eventually cause damage. You might be wondering, how far should trees be trimmed from your house? General guidelines for trimming trees close to your house Depending […]
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Picture this: You’re at a dinner party, and suddenly, amidst the clatter of wine glasses and the hum of conversation, someone pipes up with, ‘My tree’s been looking a bit strange lately.’ Heads turn, suggestions fly, and two guests emerge as the tree whisperers: one claims to be an arborist, and the other, is a tree
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In every garden’s journey, there comes a moment when a cherished tree begins to show signs of distress. Witnessing your tree’s health decline can feel like losing an old friend, especially when you recall the shade it provided on hot summer days or the vibrant colors it showcased each fall. But before despair takes hold,
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Imagine you’re sipping your morning coffee, looking out at your yard, when suddenly you notice something alarming. The majestic tree that’s been the crown jewel of your garden seems to be showing signs of “dieback,” a condition where it starts dying from the top down! Before panicking, grab your gardening gloves and gear up for
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Are you a New Mexico resident wanting to plant a new tree on your property? New Mexico has a semi-arid climate, meaning trees planted in the state must tolerate the region’s heat, soil, and environmental conditions. With these factors in mind, in this article, we discuss the best trees to plant in New Mexico and
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A dying tree poses risks to the other plants around it, your property, and your family’s safety. Identifying the warning signs early can allow for interventions that may save the tree or, at least, prevent a dangerous situation. This guide will walk you through the signs of a dying tree. Bare branches A tree with
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Generally, the best time to prune a tree is during mid or late winter for the following reasons: Dormancy: During winter, most trees are dormant. Pruning during this period lessens the impact on tree health, reducing the chances of promoting unwanted, fast growth. When the tree comes out of dormancy in spring, it has all
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Tree height reduction, also known as “heading” or “topping”, is a dangerous form of pruning that kills or damages your trees. The method involves cutting the central stem of the tree to reduce the tree’s height. While height reduction sounds like a good strategy, here are several reasons why you should not reduce the height
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Average Cost for Tree Removal in Albuquerque You have to be careful getting quotes for tree removals online. TreeRemoval.com states the cost to remove a tree in Albuquerque is between $300 and $450, which is inaccurate. Roughly speaking, removing a tree in Albuquerque costs between $800 and $2000. Many factors determine this price which I
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Pruning trees is essential for the health, aesthetics, and safety of the surroundings. In some cases, correct pruning can also instigate new growth of branches or fruit. And in some extreme cases pruning is essential for fire prevention and disease prevention. In this article, I’ll teach you how to prune a tree correctly and the
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