Tree Facts

Exposed tree roots can be an eyesore in your yard, but they don’t have to be. With a little bit of planning and the right plants, you can create a beautiful landscape around a tree…

When you think of trees, you might not think of their roots. But roots are just as important to trees as leaves and branches. They anchor the tree in the ground and help it absorb…

Are you dealing with tree roots in your sewer line? If so, you’re not alone. This is a common problem that homeowners face, especially those with trees on their property. While tree roots in sewer…

Have you heard the term DBH thrown around but have no idea what it means? In this article, I will explain what DBH is and how you measure it. DBH is an abbreviation for Diameter…

The tallest tree species in the world is the Sequoia sempervirens, commonly known as the Coastal Redwood. These are naturally found along the Pacific Coast of America and can grow to around 380ft in height…

There comes a time when most of us make a mistake when pruning trees. This can be due to a lack of knowledge or a simple misjudgement. After years of pruning trees, I still make…

Tree roots are vital to the health and structure of a tree. Unfortunately, since tree roots are hidden, their importance gets overlooked. Arborists, or anyone interested in managing trees, should understand how tree roots work….

In most cases, trees reproduce through pollination. Pollen is delivered to the female parts of a tree. A seed is then created, and this seed has the potential to grow into another tree. However, not…

Sun leaves, and shade leaves are both built differently. Sun leaves are thicker and will contain more photosynthetic material. Shade leaves have a large surface area to take advantage of sporadic sunlight. This article will…

Understanding the anatomy of a leaf is a handy piece of knowledge to have. Knowing how all the tree parts work together will help you become a better arborist. In this article, I will cover…

To decide how to care for a tree, it’s important to understand how a tree works. Photosynthesis is the process a tree uses to make energy to grow. There are many factors that affect photosynthesis….

Trees aren’t like humans, they don’t heal damaged tissue. Instead, they use a process called CODIT to deal with wounds, but what exactly is CODIT? CODIT is the process a tree uses to seal decayed…