Some trees are able to stand for hundreds or even thousands of years. The trees in your yard may not be contenders for the oldest tree in the world but they can live and even thrive for several generations. Assuming you maintain them properly, anyway. Don’t know much about tree care? Even amateurs can follow our easy tips for tree maintenance. Although the expertise professional arborist is certainly invaluable, you can do quite a bit on your own. Keep reading for some basic tree maintenance guidelines to ensure that your trees thrive for generations!
Not every tree is going to be able to grow everywhere. If you live in an area where it snows in the winter, don’t choose a tree that thrives in tropical weather. It’s always best to choose a tree that would grow well in your location. It may be best to consult an arborist. After you’ve chosen a suitable tree, choose the right location. You need to ensure that your tree will get enough sun and space when it grows to its full size. That in mind, keep your power lines, pipes, and everything else well away as well. When you actually plant the tree, make sure that it isn’t planted too deep into the ground. This is a very common occurrence and is the reason that trees planted by amateurs often fail to thrive.
Your trees need water to function. If you live in a rainy area, the sky may do all the work. If it hasn’t rained for some time, however, you may need to water your trees. Fully-grown trees usually require an inch of water each week. Younger trees require up to ten gallons every week while they’re still growing.
When you spread mulch around your tree roots, you’re insulating them, keeping them safe from the lawn mower, and making it easier for the ground to stay moist. When you first plant your tree, take some time to remove the grass directly underneath the tree, spreading up to four inches of mulch instead.
Trees don’t only need water - they need nutrients. They usually get this from decaying leaves and other natural materials. Chances are you clear and remove fallen leaves and grass clippings from your hard. This means that you’ll need to fertilize your trees so that they can get the nutrients they need. Look for a slow-release fertilizer and use it regularly. Test your soil from time to time so you can determine whether your tree needs any additional nutrients.
It’s important to cut out dead or diseased limbs as well as those throwing the tree out of alignment. If your tree has a dormant season, do the bulk of the pruning at this time. During the rest of the year, you can simply do a little bit of maintenance workon the smaller dead of damaged twigs. This will keep your tree’s structure strong.
Yes, your trees need checkups too. Have a local tree service come by once a year so that they can ensure that all the trees in your yard are in good condition. Professionals can spot early signs of disease, pests, and other things that may need to be addressed. Addressing these problems early is the key to keeping your tree healthy and strong.
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