Aurora Tree Care: When Trees Fail to Thrive
As long as trees are green, leafy, and producing flowers and fruits, there is really no reason to worry about them. But sometimes trees will fail to do this, and instead do just the opposite. The big question is, why? There are many things that can cause a tree to fail to thrive. And it is usually due to human error. Our Aurora tree care experts are here to help.
Pruning Mistakes
Improper pruning can upset a tree\’s stability and coax the spread of disease. This can actually cause the tree to fall over. You will know that a tree has had bad pruning when it\’s leaning more than usual. It looks heavier on the top or the bottom, the prune cuts are jagged, it\’s blocking other trees from getting sun, or it\’s too big for the space that it\’s in. A properly pruned tree will look beautiful and balanced all around.
Mulching Mistakes
Mulch is great for protecting trees and making your yard look fabulous, but too much or too little of it is not a good thing. You can usually tell that mulching was done wrong when you see exposed roots or a volcano of mulch against the trunk. It\’s really all about balance and proper placement.
Fertilizer Mistakes
The amount of fertilizer you need depends on a few things, such as the tree\’s location and the type of soil that it\’s planted in. Too much fertilizer can reduce the growth of the tree and ruin the branches and the foliage. You may want to test your soil and be sure to only add the amount that\’s needed, and during the right times of the year as well.
Planting Mistakes
You can\’t just plant a tree anywhere you feel like it. Location is huge. You definitely have to consider the surroundings, how big the tree will get, and how much sun it will get, just to name a few things.
Contact us today at Advanced Tree Care for more information on how we can help your trees thrive and live the life that they deserve. You can follow along on Facebook and Instagram, or you can contact us here if you have any questions.
