Often wooded lots command a premium price compared to treeless lots in a nearby location. However if proactive measures are not taken during new construction to protect individual trees, many trees will suffer root damage, and subsequently decline and die within three to ten years after construction activities began. I’ve delivered the bad news to […]
Tree Root Structure
Tree root structure is often misunderstood. Roots do not grow deep underground as some mirror image of the tree’s crown. Our urban soils are generally compacted and without the necessary pore space for optimal water and oxygen infiltration. Since roots must respire, they cannot function normally without oxygen. Roots grow where conditions are best, and […]
The Top 10 Reasons for Removing Trees
Removing trees from your property keeps chainsaws revving and brush chippers roaring. But is it always necessary? Why do people want trees removed? The answers vary, but by considering alternatives, objectives can often be met without removing trees. The following list is anecdotal and based on my personal experience. The reasons are in no particular order […]