Tree and shrub pruning: All trees need pruning at some time. For most trees, the best time for pruning is while they are still young. Periodic structural pruning while a tree is still small creates a much stronger tree that will be healthier and look better for years to come. To maintain excellent health, large trees should also be pruned periodically. It is important to remove dead and rubbing branches which can allow decay into the tree. Sometimes trees must be pruned away from buildings or objects It is very important to prune a tree properly. An improper pruning can inflict injury to a tree causing it to never recover.
Plant Health Care: The best treatment for all insect and disease problems is prevention. The best method of prevention is good tree health. A stressed tree far more susceptible to problems. We will work with you to eliminate major stresses on a tree before it has developed problems. However, even with good management there will be times when a tree must be treated. When this is necessary, we use the most up-to-date, safest methods available.
Fertilization: Fertilization is important for maintaining the health and vigor of your trees. Also, a vigorous tree is less susceptible to insects and diseases. Fertilization can be done in a variety of ways. After we evaluate your trees, we can recommend the best options for your situation.
Horticultural consulting: We can perform a comprehensive evaluation to all of your trees and shrubs, making recommendations to improve their health and beauty.
Tree Risk Assessment: We are equipped to evaluate the condition and structural stability of your trees while making recommendations for to increase tree health on your property.
Tree, shrub, and stump removal: There are times when trees must be removed. We specialize in removing trees in hard to reach areas. We can remove trees from just about any area with minimal damage to the surrounding landscape.
Cabling and bracing:Cabling and bracing can be an effective method for extending the life of a tree that has lost some of its structural integrity. If you have concerns about the structural integrity of your trees, we can perform and evaluation and make recommendations.
Root collar excavation: Many of the problems seen in today’s urban trees are a result of being planted too deeply years before. How can you tell if your tree is planted too deeply? If you cannot identify a visible root flare at the base of your tree, then it was probably planted too deeply. When this is done, many serious root problems can develop. If done in time, a root collar excavation may be an effective approach in preventing some of these problems.
Mulching: Proper mulching is very important to the health of trees and shrubs. Mulch holds in moisture, keeps mowers and equipment away from trees, slow competition with weeds and turf, and helps to keep the soil warm in the winter and cool during the summer. However, it is important to not mulch too deeply and keep it away from the base of the tree. Mulch against a tree trunk can create many problems for the tree.
Aeration: Many urban soils are compacted which means that trees are not receiving the oxygen that they need. By aerating the soil, we can break through this compaction, opening up the soil up for oxygen and moisture movement to the roots of the trees. This can be very important for trees that have been damaged by construction. Aeration is also a good time to apply fertilizer or soil amendments.
Construction site tree protection and preservation: If you are preparing to build on a wooded lot and the health of the trees on the lot is important, the best thing you can do is retain the services of an arborist to assess the site while you are still in the planning stages of your construction project. An arborist will identify trees which should be saved and formulate a plan to protect those trees from injury and soil compaction. In the end you will have reached your goal of preserving and maintaining the health of your trees.
New tree planting: Improper tree planting is a widespread issue. A study by Bartlett Tree Research Laboratories found that 93% of trees planted over a two-year period had excessive soil or mulch covering the root collar. The problems associated with improper planting may not be evident for months or even years. If you are planning on having trees planted on your property, please contact us. We will provide you with the proper steps to take resulting in proper planting. We are also equipped to plant the trees for you. We will work with you to select species which will fit your site and meet your needs.
If you have any questions regarding the services offered by King Tree Specialists, please contact us at 309-925-2510 or email Brian (office {at} kingtreesspecialists {dot} com).
