Root Pruning Necessities

Root Pruning Necessities This is more or less a service for a younger tree as opposed to older trees. Doing root pruning on an older tree can damage its structure and leave it prone to death or falling. These are guidelines that construction companies or contractors should follow when building structures near existing trees without…

DIY or Hire a Tree Care Pro?

DIY or Hire a Tree Care Pro? There are benefits to each but we’re definitely biased in saying that you should be hiring a certified tree care company for all of your tree service – related needs. Doing things youself means ultimately at the end of the day, you can save money as well as…

Frost Cracking in Trees

Frost Cracking in Trees Extremely cold weather can cause thin-barked trees to crack all over Asheville, NC. We often don’t get a chance to see the type of damage winter has inflicted on our trees until after spring hits and all the snow or ice has melted. Very low temperatures in Asheville can crack trees.…

Slime in Your Mulch

Slime in Your Mulch   If you’ve ever noticed slimey, fluorescent colored mold on your mulch, this is probably known as “Slime Mold.” The scientific name is Fuligo septica. Don’t worry, although kind of gross to look at, it poses no threat to your landscape or environment. It can move up to one or two…

Seeing spots on Your Tree Leaves?

Seeing spots on Your Tree Leaves? Unfortunately just like other living organisms, trees are susceptible to pathogens, disease and infestation from pests. Leaf spots come in a wide variety of sizes, shapes and colors. It all depends on the species of the tree and the type of disease it has inherited. You’ll usually see the…

Dealing with Girdling Root Syndrome

Dealing with Girdling Root Syndrome Trees in forest like settings don’t develop Girlding Roots. This only tends to happen. Girdling Root Syndrome is when a tree’s roots coil around the base of the trunk and begin to restrict the flow of sap inside a tree. You’ll notice damage done to a tree by the way…

The effect of Urban Asheville on it’s trees

The effect of Urban Asheville on it’s trees Urban trees largely have positive effects on the ecosystem within cities such as Asheville, North Carolina. They push out oxygen and absorve CO2 which creates a more breathable, fresher atmosphere. They increase energy conservation and reduce power costs for commercial or residential buildings in the city. Temperature…