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It’s been about two months since Arbor Day, so if you planted a new tree in your yard and it’s still looking healthy, possibly has some new growth on it, then it may feel like you’re in the clear. However, planting a new tree is a long-term process to ensure that the roots have found their own…Read More

There are several reasons why a tree may need to be removed from a property: there is a dead tree in the yard, a tree that is a significant hazard to people and property, or a homeowner may want to clear a space in their yard for landscaping or a better view. Whatever the reason, there is an importa…Read More

Spring is finally here! You may have already started to see buds on trees and flowers blooming in the yard. Spring is an exciting time of year, but it usually means there is quite a bit of yard work to do, including cleaning up any debris that accumulated during the winter and tending to young trees…Read More

Trees are beautiful features of landscapes and they are essential to our planet’s health. But there will come a time when trees die, they are damaged during a storm, or are inflicted with a disease. In most cases, dead or unhealthy trees are cut down, which can not only help prevent disease from s…Read More

Trees are amazing creatures that can withstand even the harshest conditions. And even though the weather in the Northwest is fairly ideal for trees, there are still a variety of factors that can damage a tree, or lead to its death. We may not think about trees dying because they live for so long and…Read More

Trees are often seen as indestructible, especially when they’re large oak or maple trees. But trees are living things, and there are many things that can harm them. Knowing what can hurt trees and how certain things affect them can be incredibly important heading into winter when there is a greate…Read More

Whether you have a Boxwood Shrub, a Forsythia, or a Privet Hedge, these plants can provide a home with beautiful green foliage, oftentimes flowers, as well as privacy or a border between two yards. When kept nice and trim, hedges are an excellent addition to many landscapes. However, like all plants…Read More

Trimming trees, especially when they’re younger and are growing significantly throughout the years, is an incredibly important task. When trees are not trimmed, their limbs can grow irregularly, which will impact the overall shape of the tree as well as the safety and health of the tree. However, …Read More

Fall is in full swing! The Tacoma area is bright with oranges, yellows, and reds, and the cool air is fresh and crisp. As the leaves turn colors and begin to fall off the tree, it’s one of the signs that it’s time for fall maintenance. Trees go dormant in the late fall and winter, so if there ar…Read More