Trees

Arborists: The Unsung Heroes of Tree Care

Arborists: The Unsung Heroes of Tree Care Arborists: The Unsung Heroes of Tree Care. Trees play a crucial role in the environment and our lives, providing us with oxygen, shade, and aesthetic beauty, . However, trees are complex living organisms that require proper care and maintenance to thrive. This is where your experienced arborist comes into play. An arborist is a trained and experienced professional who specializes in the care and preservation of trees. Read on to discover the benefits of using a qualified, experienced arborist for your tree care […]

Reduce your water usage while keeping your trees healthy

Reduce your water usage while keeping your trees healthy. Reduce your water usage while keeping your tree healthy. One of the best methods of supporting the health of your mature trees and saplings while conserving water is to use mulch. Mulching isn’t difficult, and this protective ground covering not only saves water, but it can also control weeds, enrich your soil, and more. With the steps outlined below, you’ll learn how to mulch trees, and how much mulch to use. 5 Ways Trees Benefit from Proper Mulching First, let’s look […]

Proper Tree Planting Tips for Arbor Day

Proper Tree Planting Tips for Arbor Day Arbor Day, an April holiday that celebrates the planting and caring of trees, is a popular time for homeowners to add new trees to their landscapes. Before doing this, however, homeowners should consider advice from expert arborists to ensure the trees’ longevity. Too often, consumers waste hundreds of dollars on trees that will die because they were planted too deep, here are some proper planting tips for Arbor Day: “Proper planting is absolutely essential for the success of a transplanted tree, Using quality plants […]

Poorly Planted Trees

Poorly planted trees might harm your home’s structure and endanger your family’s safety. When trees are improperly planted on your property, they can negatively impact the structure in a number of ways. Read on to learn what Poorly planted trees can cause: The greatest threat to your property comes from large tree roots. Although they are gentle giants, trees need adequate space to develop their large, amazingly robust roots. The roots of a tree will discover ways to expand out beneath your soil no matter how much room they have. This is […]

Cracks Can Cause Hazards in Trees

Cracks Can Cause Hazards in Trees Inspection from industry-certified arborists can prevent severe property damage. But it might not take a storm or high winds to cause a cracked or rotted tree to fail under its own weight. Cracks Can Cause Hazards in Trees Homeowners worried about trees falling and damaging property should call a qualified arborist for an on-site inspection. Trees are genetically designed to withstand storms, but all trees can fail – and defective trees fail sooner than healthy trees. To a professional arborist, certain defects are indicators that a […]

How do Trees Survive the Wisconsin Winters

How often should I trim my trees?

How often should I trim my trees? The certified ISA Arborist at Johnson Ops Tree Care can help you determine how often an individual tree should be trimmed. It really depends on every case, but, here are some general guidelines to go by on”how often I should trim my trees?” Mature trees of any variety can be trimmed every 3-5 years. Younger trees should be trimmed every 2-3 years. Fruit trees can be pruned every year to help produce better quality and larger fruit. Evergreen trees can go many years […]

Avoid Planting Trees too Close to your House

Avoid planting trees too close to your house Avoid planting trees too close to your house. The ideal arrangement of shrubs, plants, and trees can reflect the special ambiance of your home in your yard. A well-designed landscape offers a lovely, soothing vibe, but if you put the wrong thing in the wrong spot, you may end up with a headache instead of a tranquil retreat! it’s crucial to understand the ideal and undesirable locations to grow them and the reasons to avoid planting trees to close to your house. […]

Fast Growing Trees to Plant in Your Wisconsin Landscape

Fast-Growing Trees to Plant in Your Wisconsin Landscape Fast-Growing Trees to Plant in Your Wisconsin Landscape, tree enthusiasts are put off by having to wait for trees to mature. Some trees can take up to ten or twenty years to reach a size where they can offer shade. However, this may not be the case, here is a list of Fast-Growing Trees to Plant in Your Wisconsin Landscape 1. Hackberry (Celtis occidentalis Hackberry is a fast-growing tree that any landscaper in Wisconsin can grow. It is cold hardy to even […]

Tree Pruning to ANSI Standards

Tree Pruning to ANSI Standards Most trees can be pruned year-round if appropriately pruned, However, certain pruning operations are easier to do in the winter, especially if the ground is frozen or the tree is not actively growing Tree Pruning to ANSI Standards Pruning is much more than the simple act of sawing off limbs. Proper pruning is an art based on scientific principles of plant physiology. At its most basic level, pruning trees involves removing damaged, dead, or structurally weak limbs, improving a tree’s health and reducing the chances of […]

View of trees covered in snow indicating the importance of winter tree care.

Winter Tree Care Tips

Tree care is important all year round, but it is especially crucial for the winter months. Cold weather, snow, and ice can all damage trees, but with proper winter tree care you can minimize this damage to ensure the health and longevity of your trees. One important step to protect trees during winter is to keep road salt or sodium chloride away from them. Salt interferes with the roots ability to absorb water, oxygen and nutrients. Look for melting products that contain calcium, potassium or magnesium chloride. Another winter care […]

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