6 Essential Tips for Spring Tree care

As the seasons rolls into spring, the flowers will begin blooming, a thin coating of yellow pollen will begin to cover everything outside, and your trees will come out of their dormant state as young leaves begin to sprout from their branches.  For many homeowners, it's the perfect time for some tree and lawn care to encourage good growth and treat their trees for any potential illnesses (yes, trees can get sick too!).  Proper tree care and maintenance during the spring not only enhances your curb appeal, but also ensures that your trees remain hearty and healthy.  Follow these 7 essential tips to optimal tree care this spring.

1.  Tree Inspection

Start your spring tree maintenance by inspecting each tree on your property.  Look for signs of damage that may have occurred during the minter months, such as broken branches, split bark, or fungal growth.  Look for any discoloration or strange growths that appear to be unnatural.  If you're unsure about something, give us a call at 864-712-3826 and we'll come out and help you evaluate your trees.

2.  Tree Trimming and Pruning

After identifying hazardous branches or bad growths, cut back your trees to remove the problematic limbs and branches.  Be careful to trim and prune your trees at the proper angle and length away from the trunk or other branches.  Trimming a tree too short can stunt growth, and trimming it too long can take up nutrients that should be diverted to other limbs.  The trees only gather up so many nutrients, so it's important to be strategic in which branches continue to grow.

3.  Mulching

During the spring, you'll want to take the time to a replenish any mulch at the base of your trees.  This may need to be done throughout the season, depending on how much rainfall your property sees.  Mulch is important to tree care because it helps retain moisture, regulate temperature, and suppress weed growth around the tree.

4.  Pest and Disease Management

While spring means growth for your lawn and garden, it also means growth for bugs, pests, and diseases.  If you identify a sudden wilting or discoloration of bark or leaves, your trees may be infected with such pests.  Treat your trees yourself, or use our professional tree care services to safely apply a treatment to the affected trees.

5.  Tree Removal or Replacement

Sometimes, a tree is beyond help, and needs to be removed.  Whether it was knocked over during a storm, poses a hazard to your property, or is dying due to diseases or pests, the removal of the tree is what's best for your property.  Often, tree removal requires specialized equipment, and you're welcome to contract us at 864-712-3826 to remove your trees.

6.  Water and Hydration

Depending on your landscape and annual rainfall, your tree may be getting too much or not enough water.  An appropriate amount of water is crucial for good growth.  Too little, and you'll stunt the tree.  Too much, and you may see root rot.  

Need Anderson, SC Tree Services?

Do you need help with any of these tips for your trees?  Give us a call at 864-712-3826 for a quote on any of our tree services.  We offer comprehensive tree care and removal, taking care of your trees from root to leaf. Our affordable tree care services are available in Anderson, SC and the surrounding areas.