Western Suburban Chamber of Commerce issued the following announcement on Dec. 20.
One of the best things in living in this world is being surrounded by tall and wonderful trees. Not only that they add shade and keep the beauty around us but they can also add great value to your property. A small tree can even add hundreds of dollars which adding sense to why you should protect and care for your trees. Here are our 7 tips on how you can keep your trees healthy.
Guarding trees. The good thing you want to hear here is that trees can take care of themselves. If you have noticed the old trees in the woods or beauties in the countryside, those did not have much care and primping.
Decide where you plant. Deciding where you put trees is very crucial and could get critical when a tree gets mature – probably one of the reasons why mature trees wither away. Moreover, watch where you add your construction. Mature trees need enough space to get their roots breathing and get enough nutrients. Think about how a construction around your property can affect the trees in your yard.
Consider how the distance of the construction with your tree but remember that a mature tree also extends its root system. Heavy equipment even at a far distance such as 60 feet can add impact to soil and damage roots. Or you may also consider getting a professional tree service in your area.
Put your car away. Consider the health of your car and your trees as well. The soil may harden and compacted which can cause death to the trees. On the other hand, by putting your car away from trees, you can protect it from falling branches, fruits, or leaves which can cause minor damage to your car.
Consider a healthy mulching routine. Mulching regularly is healthy for your trees. Remember to mulch an inch or two from the trunk of the tree which could extend far from the drip line or about 3 feet away. Mulching will bring protection from lawn equipment and it will also keep the weeds away and add moisture to the soil.
Stop overwatering or putting much fertilizer. When it comes to food and also water, a fully grown tree requires little help. While trees grown in the last 3 or 4 years take advantage of added sprinkling and also feeding, big trees can, in fact, be harmed by plant food as well as excessive water. They can additionally be harmed by yard herbicide applications– an additional great factor to put down that huge circle of compost so you’re not putting chemicals right into at the very least component of the tree’s origins.
Be familiar with tree diseases. Despite the fact that your trees do not require a lot from you, it’s a great concept to maintain a careful eye over them. Numerous illness specifies just to specific varieties, so to identify the trouble you’ll initially require to recognize the tree. You can also seek for professional help from an experienced arborist to help you get familiarized with diseases.
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Source: Western Suburban Chamber of Commerce
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