2016

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Get to Know Your Local Trees

I'd always loved walking in forests and woodland areas, but I never really took the time to learn about the different species of tree — they all looked the same to me! That all changed when a relative gifted me a beautifully detailed book on local wildlife. From there, I was on a mission to learn all I could about trees, from oak to elm, beech to ash. I've set up this site to share my journey with you. Watch out for fun tree facts, tips on caring for trees on your property, and advice on tree planting and removal.

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Create a Fountain from a Tree Trunk

6 December 2016
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If you have a tree removed due to storm damage, your local tree-service contractor will dispose of it for you if required, but why not save some of the tree's trunk and turn it into a really unusual fountain for your garden? You'll need a degree of basic DIY experience for this project. Here's how to do this. What you'll need tree trunk belt or palm sander drill and drill bit wood preservative weather-proofing sealant 80-litre plastic container gravel fountain pump PVC conduit threaded pipe adapter ball valve wooden decking boards (waterproofed) metal screen silicone sealant How to do it Read More …

How To Craft A Log Bench

30 November 2016
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If you have to have one of your trees removed following storm damage, you might want to ask your tree services contractor to leave the trunk behind so that you can get creative!  As long as the tree is not diseased or very badly damaged, you can use the trunk to make a practical and attractive garden bench.  All you need is a little DIY know-how and some time on your hands. Read More …

Your Tree Is Sprouting Mushrooms—Should You Have It Removed?

30 November 2016
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Trees growing on your land make an attractive feature, providing year-round interest as well as a welcome habitat for wildlife. However, from time-to-time it can be necessary to have dead or diseased trees removed by your local tree-services contractor. An annual visit from the tree-services people is also important for the early identification and treatment of potential problems. One such potential problem is indicated by the appearance of mushrooms growing around the base of a tree. Read More …

Tree Services: Reasons to Consider Tree Trimming

29 November 2016
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If you have trees on your property, it would be ideal to consider tree-trimming services. There are several tree trimming services that you could opt for. The first is fine pruning, which includes the elimination of tree limbs to enhance the attractiveness of your tree. The second is standard pruning, which is conducted to enhance the overall structure of the tree. Lastly, there is crown reduction pruning, which is conducted to reduce the overall size of the tree. Read More …

Tree Removal To Protect Your Property From Bush Fires

29 July 2016
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If you have trees growing on your land, you may find that you have to go through tree lopping removal from time to time due to storm damage or disease.  Large trees are best removed by a professional tree services contractor, but you can tackle smaller ones yourself.  Once you've removed the tree, you'll be left with the stump.  One effective method of stump removal is treatment with chemicals.  Here's a brief overview of what's involved. Read More …