Winter months can take their toll on trees and bushes. Give your trees some needed attention and keep them healthy by covering them so they are not exposed to extreme changes in temperatures and various elements. Many professional tree service companies recommend you wrap trees from November until April so they are protected thoroughly throughout the harshest weather changes. We want to explore why tree wrapping is recommended, how to apply the wrap and why burlap is a good

  The winter months cover the landscape in a blanket of snow. The green needles of conifers provide a beautiful contrast to the stark white stuff on the ground and in their branches. While this combination is pretty to look at, there is more you can do in your yard to add splashes of colour that will last all year.   Canada’s winters can be long. For at least three to four months out of the year, cold temperatures and

Tree removal is a topic of debate for many people. Whether you’re talking about a single sapling in your yard or acres of forest, many people view cutting down trees as harmful to the environment. While unnecessary tree removal is injurious, carefully considered tree removal can provide benefits for you, the landscape and native animal species. Before we explore the benefits of cutting down trees, we want to address a few of the most frequently asked questions regarding tree removal:

  Fall is a time to prepare for back to school, raking leaves and enjoying the cooler temperatures. How do your trees feel about the change in temperature? Whether you’ve just planted a row of new trees or you’re caring for elderly trees on your property, find out what cool-weather tree care involves. Explore the benefits of working with a local arborist or tree removal service for healthy trees and a safe yard. Cut Out Your Watering Routine If you’ve

  While autumn can be defined in many ways, for many, the true mark of the fall season is the changing of the colour of tree leaves from green to gold, red, and orange. However, some trees, namely evergreens, stay green all year round. To better understand why these trees keep their green appearance, we’ll look at the science behind why leaves change colour and why it doesn’t affect evergreens. We’ll also examine whether these differences mean evergreen trees don’t require as much care as their colour-changing counterparts. Why Do Some

  While trees are beautiful, they do age and get sick, often requiring removal. A tree removal service, while essential, does not mean you can no longer have trees in your yard. Granted, the large oak may have died, but you can plant a sapling in its place. The world needs more trees, especially with growing climate and environmental concerns.    Planting new trees is not difficult, and if your yard already had an existing tree, then you know a

  Driving through Northern Ontario is beautiful. Towering pine and spruce colour the landscape a brilliant green and scent the air with their fresh, spicy perfume. Or at least that's what it used to be like. Now, you are just as likely to see a landscape of greyish-brown scruff; the ghosts of the verdant trees that grew for up to 1000 years. What happened to the forests in Northern Ontario? It is an invasive species called the spruce budworm. What

  In the summertime when the temperature increases, you may devote a lot of attention to keeping your lawn and garden plants watered to prevent them from drying out. However, you may not think about watering the trees on your property or not know how to do it correctly. Trees can benefit from regular watering, just like other plants, but it is important to strike the right balance. Too much water can be as harmful as too little. If you

If you have spent much time with people who do tree pruning for a living, you have probably heard them talk about coniferous and deciduous trees. You may know that the leaves of deciduous trees turn colours in fall, while conifers stay green all year. However, there is more behind these terms than just leaf colour. If you wonder how they might apply to trees in your yard, then enjoy the following answers to some common questions customers ask us

  The year-round beauty of evergreen trees on your property is something that shouldn't be taken for granted. Evergreen trees, despite their ability to survive in the coldest temperatures of the winter, need maintenance and care so they continue to thrive. In Ontario, homeowners and business owners should look to companies providing professional tree service to keep their evergreens healthy. At Martin's Tree Service, we have the expertise, experience and knowledge of the evergreen trees native to this area. We