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

  Removing a tree from your property can be a dangerous task without a qualified professional. Whether a tree is posing a hazard to your home or blocking your line of sight, use these five questions to find the best tree removal service in your area. Don’t hesitate to learn more about local tree services to ensure you work with a safe, reliable tree care team. 1. Are You Licensed and Insured? Licensing and insurance not only help you find

  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