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The Average Lifespan of a Tree: A Look at Ontario’s Native Maple, Oak, and Beech

News, Outdoor Living, Tree Care, Tree Pruning, Tree Recommendations, Tree Tips / lindsay-rosewood

Ontario’s trees are more than just a picturesque backdrop to the changing seasons – they’re an essential part of the province’s ecosystems. They offer shade during sweltering summer months, transform into snowy scenescapes in the winter, and provide year-round shelter and nourishment to wildlife of all shapes and sizes. Beyond their utility and beauty, trees […]

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Our crew working on one of the common type of Ontario trees

Common Types of Ontario Trees & How to Identify Them

Blog, How-to Guide, News, Outdoor Living, Tree Recommendations, Tree Tips / paigerosewood

There is an incredible amount of tree species in the entire world, with a recent study estimating over 73,000. The world’s a big place and most species occur in more temperate regions like the tropics. Here in Ontario, the major native tree species number around 85. That’s still plenty to differentiate, and some non-native species

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A deciduous tree in Ontario wrapped in outdoor Christmas lights.

Deck the Boughs: A Tree-Lover’s Guide to Outdoor Christmas Tree Lights

Blog, Outdoor Living, Tree Care, Tree Recommendations, Tree Tips, Winter Tree Care / paigerosewood

The holidays were made for decorating, not just indoors but outdoors too. It’s simply delightful to walk down a greater Toronto street in the evening past yards of healthy trees glowing with twinkling lights and giant baubles. To help you join in the festivities and deck the boughs, we’ve prepared a guide for how to

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The Roadmap to Ontario Tree Permits: Advanced Tree Care’s Insights

News, Outdoor Living, Tree Care, Tree Inspection, Tree Permits, Tree Pruning, Tree Recommendations, Tree Removal, Tree Tips / paigerosewood

Tree removal is a big job. If you live in an Ontario town or city, it also involves some crucial paperwork. Like most serious work on your property, tree removal typically requires obtaining a permit from your municipality. If you remove, injure, or destroy a tree without proper legal permission, you can face serious fines.

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Summer fire burning safe distance from trees

Summer Tree Care: Minimizing Fire Risks & Tree Protection

How-to Guide, News, Outdoor Living, Summer Tree Care, Tree Care, Tree Tips / paigerosewood

Summer’s heat is what lets us enjoy the outdoors and go for a swim. However, that dry heat can be hazardous for Ontario’s trees without proper care. In 2023, Ontario saw 3 times as many wildfires as in previous years. As summers get warmer and progressively dryer, trees become more vulnerable to fire risks. The

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Monarch butterflies pollinating an Eastern Red Cedar

Promoting Pollinator-Friendly Tree Care Practices in Summer

How-to Guide, News, Outdoor Living, Tree Care, Tree Tips / paigerosewood

Pollinators are essential for every flowering plant, whether flowers, bushes, or trees. They’re also sensitive species that require special care. Pollinators are most active in Ontario during the Spring and Summer. During the sunny season, we can help promote pollination and grow their populations by following certain pollinator-friendly tree care practices. Our expert arborists explain

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Building the Perfect Backyard Treehouse

How-to Guide, News, Outdoor Living, Tree Recommendations, Tree Tips / paigerosewood

Treehouses are a backyard staple. They’re the perfect place for children to hide away, imagine, and play. Plus, they aren’t just for kids. Adult-oriented treehouses can provide a haven for reading, meditating, or simply enjoying some peaceful quiet among the branches. Treehouses provide unique experiences and memories for everyone. Is one of your trees asking

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