Answers to Your Questions About Tree Chips
Tree chips make great mulch. Tree wood chips decompose through a natural process involving the activity of microorganisms, fungi, and environmental factors. Here’s a step-by-step explanation of how tree wood chips typically decompose: 1. Initial Breakdown: When tree wood chips are first added to the soil or natural environment, physical processes such as weathering, freezing […]
Preparing Trees for Fall Weather
Preparing your trees for fall weather is crucial to help them transition smoothly into the colder months. Here are some ideas to help you prepare your trees for the fall season: 1. Inspect Your Trees: Begin by inspecting your trees for any signs of disease, pest infestations, or structural issues. Addressing these problems before the […]
Five Mistakes to Avoid When Caring for Trees
When caring for trees, there are several practices you should avoid to ensure their health and well-being. Here are five mistakes to avoid: 1. Compact soil around the roots: Avoid driving heavy machinery or vehicles over the root zone of trees. Compacted soil restricts oxygen flow to the roots and hinders water absorption, leading to […]
Defensible Space
Defensible space refers to the area around a house that is specifically managed and designed to reduce the risk of wildfire and protect the structure from approaching flames. This is the time of year to be thinking about and planning defensible space. Creating defensible space is crucial during fire seasons to increase the chances of […]
Hiring a Licensed Tree Service
Hiring a licensed tree service provider offers several advantages and assurances when it comes to the care and maintenance of your trees. Here are some key reasons why you should consider hiring a licensed tree service: Expertise and Knowledge: Licensed tree service professionals have undergone specialized training and possess the necessary knowledge and expertise to […]
Ask Your Tree Service Professional…
We are often asked if snakes “hide” in old tree stumps or dead trees. While it is a good idea to remove dead trees and stumps, the reason isn’t necessarily because of snakes. Removing a decaying tree or an old stump is important for safety, structural integrity, pest control, aesthetics, and disease prevention. If you’re […]
Tree Behavior in April
Do you ever wonder what your trees are doing during different times of the year? As a tree service, this question, and variations of it, is something we get asked throughout the year. While we can easily see that trees lose their leaves, then grow new ones in the fall and spring respectively, there are […]
Springtime Tree Maintenance
Spring is a great time to start thinking about tree maintenance. Trees can benefit from regular care and attention, which can help them stay healthy and vibrant throughout the growing season. Here are some tips for maintaining trees in the spring: By following these tips, you can help maintain healthy and vibrant trees in the […]
Bonnell Tree at the 2023 Home and Garden Show
Save the date! Don’t miss the 2023 Home and Garden Show in Elma this year. We will be there handing out goodies (a few shirts, pens, magnets, and of course CANDY!) The WSU Master Gardeners of Grays Harbor and Pacific Counties are hosting the 2023 Home & Garden Show in the Pavilion at the Grays Harbor County […]
Native Grays Harbor Evergreen Trees
Evergreen trees are an essential part of the Pacific Northwest landscape, and the Grays Harbor region of Washington state is no exception. This article examines three of the most common native evergreen trees found in the Grays Harbor area: spruce, fir, and hemlock. Spruce trees are an essential part of the evergreen tree community in […]