Tree care needs to be consistent throughout the year. With Spring and Summer taking the lions-share of your landscaping and gardening labor, its easy to forget that wintertime can be a great period for setting up your landscape to be safe and successful. With extreme temperatures and cold weather, many trees can be vulnerable to damage. Learn how you can get ahead of the game in your landscaping maintenance.
Pruning
Routine tree care is essential for Oregonians. The best time to trim and prune trees is when they’re dormant – between winter and early spring (November to March). The best time to trim is between November and March. Trees are least vulnerable to insects and disease during this time. At HTS, we never trim a tree unless it needs it, we understand that optimal growth can also mean letting a tree be. Our professional residential tree care services help ensure your trees stay beautiful and strong for years to come.
Add Extra Mulch
To prepare for winter weather, give newly planted trees some TLC. The root zone should be completely covered with a thick layer of mulch (at least three inches wide). As the mulch settles, you can add more to ensure maximum protection. Additionally, mulch suppresses weed growth and provides essential nutrients as it decomposes.
Protection
Young trees can be very vulnerable in their early stages, using barriers to protect them from animal damage can be an effective way to combat these factors. Consider this to avoid having a new plant go to waste.
Get an early inspection
Getting an early inspection can be a difference-maker between optimal growth or disaster. Whether you’ve noticed signs that your trees need an inspection or you just want to be prepared, getting a tree check-up is one of the best ways to keep your trees healthy throughout the year. Harrity Tree Specialists offer free consultation to assist you!