Keeping trees healthy
Tree care & Preservation
Are you worried about a sickly or potentially hazardous tree on your property? The arborists at Treemaster can help you determine whether your tree can be saved and preserved for future generations. Here are some preservation methods to help ensure your trees thrive and remain healthy for years to come.
Professional
Tree Cabling & Bracing
Sometimes trees require a little help, that’s why we offer expert tree care services. Installing a support system can make the difference between having to remove your tree or saving it for decades to come.
Cables limit branch movement and reduce strain on your tree.
Not all trees require cabling but for those with structural issues, cabling helps reduce stress damage during high winds, the weight of the canopy, and strain from ice and snow.
Brace rods add extra support to splitting limbs.
Removing a major limb is often not an option for a large, established tree. Installing brace rods helps reduce strain and mitigate risk. We’ve found that many trees that would otherwise need to be removed can be saved with a properly installed support system.
Specialized care
Fruit Tree Management
Fruit trees take special care. A number of important factors contribute to your trees’ health. We can come up with an annual multi-tiered plan to help your fruit trees thrive. If you are interested in taking your fruit trees to the next level, the Treemaster team would love to help!
It begins with a consultation.
What site conditions affect your trees? How can we cultivate an environment for healthier trees and better fruit production? What are your particular goals? From there we decide what steps to take to help your fruit trees thrive.
Mulching is key.
Proper mulching techniques help in significant ways. For many we test the soil to determine PH levels and fertilization application prior to mulching.
We prune during the winter.
Winter is the best time to prune most fruit trees. Understanding how trees respond helps us establish better structure and enhance fruit production.
Saving Trees
Root Care
Did you know that most tree problems don’t originate in the canopy? They come from beneath the surface! Our arborists have specialized tools and resources to address soil and root issues, ensuring your trees remain healthy from the ground up.
Root Crown Excavation
Trees planted too deeply can suffer from moisture-induced decay along the root flare. Using our specialized tool, the “Air Spade,” we carefully fracture the soil with high-pressure air, exposing the root flare and preserving the integrity of your tree’s roots.
Girdling Roots
Sometimes, roots can grow in a way that constricts the tree’s own circulation, leading to decline or even death. After performing root crown excavation, our team meticulously prunes away these constricting roots, helping restore proper nutrient flow.
Soil Aeration
Soil compaction is a significant issue that hinders a tree’s ability to absorb nutrients, water, and oxygen. This stress can severely impact tree health. We utilize several advanced processes to aerate the soil, alleviating compaction and promoting better root health and growth.
Fertilization
Every tree has unique nutritional needs. After conducting soil testing, we apply the appropriate fertilizers tailored to your tree’s requirements, helping it thrive and grow stronger.
Careful
Tree Planting
Our arborists can create a plan by selecting appropriate trees for your landscape, source and install your trees, and provide the necessary aftercare for your trees to thrive. We even had the joy of planting the Christmas tree at the Wellsboro Green!
