As tree surgeons (or Arborists to give the correct term) we are often privileged to be asked to undertake some really interesting work. A particular example being at Hatherop Castle School when we were called in for tree surgery. We were tasked to replace a really old...
Once you have decided that your trees or shrubs need some attention, the next step is to contact a tree surgeon for advice on tree surgery and a quote. On arrival, the tree surgeon (or Arborists to give the correct title) will listen to your requirements and ask...
Fungi are one of the most amazing diverse organisms on the planet. They take many forms from slimes and toadstools to rusts and mildews. They can colonise some of the most inhospitable environments and cause diseases in plants, animals, insects and micro-organisms...
There are many species of tree that can be grown to make suitable hedges, but probably the most common ones we come across (in no particular order) are: Yew, Beech, Hornbeam, Hawthorn, Laurel, Holly, Pyracantha, Berberis, Thuja (Western Red Cedar), Leyland Cypress,...
If you’ve ever hired a Tree Surgeon to prune your trees or trim your hedges, or even if you’ve done these things yourself, you’ll have noticed that in no time at all a huge pile of green waste is generated, often much more than you might of imagined possible. At Tree...
Tree Surgeons are more than people who cut trees. They are skilled craftsmen with years of experience and a pride in the service they offer. Most tree surgeons will offer a wide range of services to help you with any tree, shrub or hedge work that is needed. They...
At first this might seem a very straightforward question, and could be answered with a straightforward reply. But to do so would only be giving you a small amount of information that will have you coming back to ask more... So let’s start with the simple answer to...
If you have trees on your property - old or young - then it's likely you've made a commitment to keeping them healthy and beautiful. Although some homeowners and businesses attempt to maintain trees on their own, without consulting an expert, the reality is that many...
A tree report is a generic term and relates to the assessment, analysis and reporting of specific issues in relation to the care, maintenance and management of trees.
Winter - the time to stay snug indoors and forget about your trees? Well, perhaps but perhaps not - for some species the correct timing of pruning or trimming work can be very important. Apple and Pear are generally pruned in the dormant months when out of leaf,...