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You may walk past older properties in Cambridge and admire the large, established landscape features that have been growing there for decades. These heritage trees add beauty, shade, and history to your neighbourhood. During winter, however, they face added stress that is not always easy to see from the ground. This is why tree cabling in Cambridge becomes so important during the colder months. You may not realize that winter is one of the best times to protect these trees. ![]()
You look out at your backyard and see the same thing every day. A large stump sits in the middle of a small space, taking up room and limiting how you use your yard. In Kitchener, many homes have compact backyards, and even one leftover stump can feel like a major obstacle. Winter may seem like the wrong time to deal with it, but that is not always the case. Stump grinding in Kitchener can be done safely during the ![]()
Spring in Guelph brings a sense of relief after a long winter. Buds begin to open, lawns turn green, and outdoor spaces feel alive again. At the same time, spring also marks the most active period for emerald ash borer, when hidden damage starts to show and problems become harder to ignore. At Martin’s Tree Service in Guelph, this is when we start hearing from many concerned homeowners. Many people are surprised by how quickly spring emerald ash borer issues ![]()
Winter is the perfect time to prune your maple trees. Once the leaves have fallen, you can clearly see the tree's structure, making it easy to spot exactly where shaping and thinning are needed. Pruning during these colder months, when sap levels are low, helps wounds heal faster and sets your trees up for strong, healthy growth in the spring. It also improves safety by reducing the risk of storm damage from weak or overgrown limbs. Want to ensure your ![]()
Storms can leave your yard in chaos, especially if a large oak is damaged. Broken branches, leaning trunks, or hidden splits can quickly turn into safety hazards. After a storm, it’s natural to wonder how bad the damage is, if your tree is stable, and whether waiting could make things worse. In Waterloo, winter is often the safest time for oak tree removal. With firm ground, dormant trees, and low pest activity, winter conditions help prevent small cracks from turning ![]()
Winter in Cambridge brings heavy snow that can weigh down the branches of your spruce and pine trees, causing them to bend, crack, and snap. To prevent this snow-load breakage and protect your yard, conifer pruning is essential. The best time to prepare your trees is before the first major snowfall, by shaping the canopy and removing weak spots. This ensures each branch is strong enough to bear winter’s weight, helping your spruce and pine stand tall all season long. | Categories Emerald Ash Borer Archives |





