The Beauty, Value and Allure of Trees: A Tree Blog

In the movie Edward Scissorhands, we see a created being with scissors for hands who creates artistic landscapes and imaginative trees and shrubs. Although the movie is fictional, tree trimming like Edward's is very real. It is a skill which has long since been used in royal gardens and one which you can incorporate into your own yard.  Start Small The first thing you want to do is master basic shapes which emphasize your trees' and shrubs' natural beauty.

It can be unsettling to find that a tree that is an important part of your landscape is declining in health. Whether it is just a shade tree or the tree that houses your kids' treehouse, it can feel like part of the family is dying. Before making a drastic decision to remove the tree, use the following information to diagnose the severity of the problem and to decide whether you should call in a professional for help.

When you think about building a patio, you might consider the usual materials such as concrete or pavers. However, if you can hold out on building your patio until you have a tree removed, you can create a natural patio with the trunk. Having a large tree removed is expensive, and so is building a patio. If you want to save money by reusing a tree trunk, these steps will walk you through what you need to do.

Having an unsightly tree stump in your yard can reduce the aesthetic value of your home. These stumps also present a safety hazard if you have young children, and they create additional work when it comes to grooming your yard. If you don't want to use toxic chemicals to kill off your tree stump, here are two all-natural ways you can get rid of unwanted stumps in the future. 1. Using Fire To Rot A Tree Stump

One of the largest expenses associated with cutting down a tree is removing the stump because doing so requires heavy machinery. If you're hiring a tree service to remove a tree, you can save money by asking them to leave the stump in place and let it rot naturally. After they are finished cutting down the tree, you can speed up the rotting process. All you need is a drill and some coffee grounds.

Once spring rolls around, you might be ready to get outside, grab a ladder, and take a chainsaw to those overgrown trees. After all, how hard could a little tree trimming be? Unfortunately, most homeowners underestimate how difficult pruning really is—until they find themselves on the way to the hospital. Here are two dangers of tree trimming, and why you should hire a professional instead: 1: Sharp Objects Those trees might seem delicate and wispy from afar, but upon closer inspection, you might discover gnarly branches and thick limbs.

It's important to remove stumps from your property. Not only does this remove eyesores from your yard, but it frees up some space. Removing tree stumps doesn't have to be difficult when you take these steps: Burn the Tree Stump One of the most effective methods for removing a tree stump involves burning it. First, you need to cut off any mulch that surrounds the stump. This prevents the fire from spreading to your property.

That unsightly tree you have been trying to wrangle for years is finally going to be a thing of the past. You have decided to hire a tree service professional to come in and remove the tree from your property and soon it will be out of sight. As excited as you are ti get that tree out of your way, you likely have a few questions about the tree removal process and what to expect.