Few trees possess the elegance and iconic status held by elm trees. Unfortunately, these stately bastions of shade are vulnerable to a highly contagious disease, Dutch elm disease, which is capable of reducing them to a pile of wood chips. If you own one or more elm trees and would like to increase your knowledge of how to protect them, read on. This article will arm you with some vital information about Dutch elm disease.
- Broken branches, cracked trunks, and splintered stumps are a normal part of hurricane season. Whether it's from your own decorative yard trees or the woodland area you live in, hauling off heavy wood isn't easy for everyone. The right tools and a decent disposal or storage area are necessary, so consider a few ways that tree and stump removal and general storm debris professionals can help. Sawing and Hauling Isn't as Easy as It Looks
- Like all plants, trees need water in order to survive. Their massive, deep roots make it easier for them to obtain water when rain is scarce, but even trees can suffer if you don't know when and how to water them properly. This guide will ensure you know how to water your tree from the time it is planted until it reaches maturity. Right after planting. Most sapling trees are sold either with bare roots or with only a small ball of soil around the roots.
- It is easy to believe that trees have a natural immunity to the cold, snowy weather of winter. Yet in fact, trees are actually much more vulnerable than you might imagine. If you would like to learn more about how to ensure that the trees on your property survive winter safely, read on. This article will discuss two potentially damaging factors and how to minimize the threat they pose. Drought
- If you have recently moved into a new home or have some new neighbors building next door, you may not be especially excited about a lack of privacy in your yard. Many homes use protective screens of shrubs and hedges to block any unwanted eyes, but you don't have years to wait for your privacy landscaping to grow. These are some of the fastest growing hedges and trees on the market that are also lush and durable enough to block the view into your yard.