Last month’s massive ice storm caused major damage across the city, with most Austin residents feeling the effects of the extreme weather. Fallen trees, damaged powerlines, and massive power outages were widespread, with storm debris littering the streets long after the storm subsided.Thankfully, the recovery process was immediate, with power restored and storm debris cleared
Trees, like all living things, need nutrients, oxygen, and water to survive. Trees obtain these things through their roots. Trees have structural roots to hold them in place and give them stability and fine fibrous roots to absorb nutrients and water. Believe it or not but the majority of a tree's roots are in
The New Year has finally arrived, meaning we’ve almost survived another winter here in Texas. Spring is just around the corner, so we can all expect some of the beautiful weather that Austin is famous for. Spring is the beginning of our trees’ annual growth cycle, meaning plenty of growth on our native species
Fall has finally arrived, bringing a beautiful display of autumnal colors to our trees. The leaves have taken on a range of gorgeous tones, with all kinds of oranges, yellows, and reds decorating trees around the country. While the fall is unquestionably one of the best seasons for taking in our trees, it’s also
Winter has almost arrived, bringing with it shorter days, cooler temperatures, and possibly some snow! While winter isn’t the greatest month for gardening and maintaining your outdoor space, there is plenty of important work needed during this period...including tree trimming and the removal of dead trees! Your trees and shrubs require some extra care
Fall has finally arrived, bringing plenty of changes to the trees. Leaves are transforming into vibrant colors as they start to fall to the ground, providing a beautiful blanket of oranges and yellows anywhere you walk. While autumn is a great time for taking in the beauty of our trees, it does also mean
Soil compaction is a common issue affecting countless trees, especially those in high traffic areas such as parks and yards. Because of the foot traffic around the tree, soil in the tree root zone becomes compact, making it difficult for air, nutrients, and water penetrate the root system. Vertical mulching is a process used
Air spading is a process used by arborists to combat a common issue effecting trees - soil compaction. If your trees aren’t looking the healthiest, it could be down to soil compaction, an issue impacting many urban trees in our area. Air spading is a non-invasive treatment for soil compaction, offering many advantages for
Oak trees are a beautiful addition to any landscape. These towering trees offer welcome shade during the summer months, while also providing a home for local wildlife, including birds and insects. Unfortunately, some of these insects bring the risk of oak wilk, a fungal disease that may kill the tree! Small beetles are attracted
Providing proper care for urban trees here in Central Texas is essential for their long-term health and well-being more than ever before. From long periods of droughts to record setting high temperatures, changes in the Central Texas climate means that trees are facing even harsher conditions than ever before. Therefore, it is important that
