The Best Time of Year To Prune an Oak Tree10/26/2021 ![]()
Martin’s Tree Service experts suggest oak tree pruning in Kitchener in the winter months. To help prevent oak wilt disease, it is recommended to prune between November and April. This disease occurs when the tree is most vulnerable in its growing season. The fungal disease is spread by insects that enter the wound sites in the bark. By pruning in the winter months, there are fewer insects to carry the disease and infect the tree. Oak trees can be pruned Low Maintenance Trees To Consider Planting10/24/2021 ![]()
For many homeowners, having trees on their property can offer beautiful sources of shade, wind protection, and privacy. But choosing suitable trees can mean a lot when looking for a low maintenance yard, and some trees can require a lot more maintenance than others. With low maintenance trees, you will need fewer tree services in Waterloo. Many young families who want to enjoy the benefits of foliage without a lot of work turn to our experts at Martin’s Tree Service How Do Professionals Trim Tall Trees?10/21/2021 ![]()
Having trees on a property can require a good deal of maintenance and care, especially if they are large, tall trees. However, it is worth the work as they can provide a good amount of shade, wind protection and privacy. Mature trees on a property have a value that is hard to replace. There may be some occasions when trees need to be removed due to construction, damage, or disease. Trees may also need to be trimmed every once and ![]()
Every autumn, the companies that provide tree pruning services in Cambridge inevitably start to get the same questions from well-meaning homeowners and gardening enthusiasts: “Should I prune my trees in the fall? What about bushes and shrubs? Isn’t it time to prune something?” Fortunately, this is one matter on which all horticultural experts and landscaping professionals agree: The answer to these questions is a resounding “No!”. Autumn is not a good time to prune any trees or other plants. ![]()
After you have had a tree removed from your property, you have to decide what to do about the stump that has been left behind. Eventually, the stump will decay on its own, but it is a process that takes decades. In the meantime, it can create a safety hazard on your property, attract pests, and just looks unsightly. There are two other options for actively dealing with it: tree stump removal and tree stump grinding. Stump grinding and Signs Your Trees Are Stressed09/15/2021 ![]()
Trees provide beauty, shade, aesthetic landscaping, fruits, and homes for plenty of urban and rural wildlife. No matter where you live, the prolonged health and long life of the trees in your area will increase property value and denote a commitment to the care of the land and the local ecosystem. But, what signs should you look for, and what can you do if your trees are stressed? Just like their human counterparts, you don’t want to just “leaf” Preparing Trees in Fall for Winter09/10/2021 ![]()
Trees need apt preparation time to get ready for winter. With some help from certified arborists and invested landowners, trees can thrive through the winter months. Learn how to start preparing your trees in the fall for winter. Call on the professionals at Martin’s Tree Service for tree trimming in Waterloo to make sure that trees do not have any structural damage that needs to be attended to and have them evaluate the rest of your arboreal needs. In ![]()
Having trees on your property means keeping proper maintenance practices. This includes a tree risk assessment evaluation. This evaluation will look at the overall health of your trees, including the bark, roots, foliage, branches, and more. It can help to determine if you need services such as tree trimming in Waterloo. This process can be done on your own on a regular basis. Simply take a walk around the tree and look at it. After some time, you will ![]()
By now, you have most likely heard of the emerald ash borer. First discovered in Ontario in June 2002, this beetle is originally native to Asia. The beetle is believed to have entered the United States on wooden packing materials from China. It most likely crossed into Ontario at Windsor after establishing in the Detroit area. Experts believe that the beetle was introduced to North America from China, possibly in the 1990s. Although the bright metallic green beetle may ![]()
Trees are beautiful additions to any property. But having trees in your yard comes with the responsibility of making sure they stay strong and healthy. If a disease is not handled correctly, you may be needing tree removal services in Cambridge. As with all other plants and animals, trees are susceptible to various diseases that depend on where they are located and how well they are cared for. In Ontario, fungi and insects are the most common instigators of | Categories Emerald Ash Borer Archives |