Enhance the Value and Beauty of Your Property with Proper Tree Planting
May 3, 2024

Carelessly digging a hole and plopping a tree into it may not yield the desired results. Your tree's aesthetic potential could be compromised, or worse, it might not survive. Ensure your newly planted trees thrive by following these essential tree planting tips. Let’s delve in and discover how to give your trees the best start in life.


Meticulously Establish the Planting Site


Planting a tree goes beyond merely digging a hole and inserting the tree. It necessitates meticulous preparation of the site to ensure the tree thrives. Choose a suitable spot based on recommended growth conditions, then dig a hole three times the size of the tree’s roots. Be cautious not to go overboard with the size or depth of the hole. It should only be deep enough to securely hold the tree in place at ground level. As you dig, angle the sides of the hole to facilitate proper root growth. Keep reading for more indispensable information.



Refill The Hole


Carefully refill the hole once the tree is positioned in the center. Prior to backfilling with dirt, insert soil to stabilize the tree upright. Utilize the excavated dirt to firmly pack the hole, ensuring it is free of air pockets. Fill the hole around the tree until the soil reaches just below the root collar.

Watering trees properly is crucial for their growth and survival.


One of the most important tree planting tips that often goes unnoticed is the need to ensure sufficient watering. Merely watering the tree after planting and in its initial year is not adequate. It’s essential to create a basin around the tree that can retain water long enough for it to penetrate the roots effectively. By forming a shallow basin in the soil that matches the size of the planting hole, you can water the tree thoroughly and allow the water to soak in.


After ensuring proper watering, spread a layer of mulch around the tree’s base, ensuring it doesn’t touch the trunk and maintaining a depth of a few inches. This layer of mulch serves to shield the roots from excessive heat and aids in water absorption and retention by the root system. Throughout the first year, continue to monitor and water the tree. The goal is for the mulch and the surrounding soil to be moist but not saturated. Avoid any water puddles lingering after watering.


With these tree planting tips in mind, we trust you will have a successful growing season. Remember, our team at Timberland Tree Care is ready to assist with all your tree care needs.

When Is The Best Time To Trim Trees In Northern California?

March 1, 2024
When it comes to tree trimming, it may not be the most exciting task on your to-do list (unlike us, we love it!), but it is essential nonetheless. The challenge with tree trimming is that, without expertise, it can be difficult to determine the when, how, and where to trim in order to ensure the tree's health is not compromised. While we are always available for your tree trimming needs, if you prefer to handle the task yourself or need guidance on when to reach out to us, the following information could be beneficial. To Prune or Not to Prune – That's the Dilemma Instead of delving into the timing of tree trimming in Northern California, let's first consider when it's best to refrain. It's ill-advised to prune trees during the fall. It's preferable to avoid this practice whenever feasible as the fall weather facilitates the rampant spread of fungi spores, potentially leading to diseases in otherwise robust trees. Furthermore, trees take longer to recover from cuts made in autumn, leaving them susceptible and unprotected.  Similarly, for many trees, it's advisable to steer clear of pruning in the spring as well, as this is a period of new growth. Pruning during this time can stress the tree, compromising its overall health and growth.
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