Summer may seem like it’ll never end (unless you’re enjoying the warm weather), but fall will be here before you know it. Are your trees prepped and ready for the upcoming season and the inevitable winter beyond it? Hometown Tree Experts is here with seven things to keep in mind when planning for fall tree care so that you can proactively plan for the change in seasons. Read More
Stay Ahead of the Summer Storms With Tree Care
Summer may bring warm weather and sunny skies with it, but it can bring another element that people aren’t prepared for – storms. And with storms come heavy rain, high winds, and even the possibilities of tornadoes. So how can you prepare your yard – namely your trees – to withstand Mother Nature at her worst? Hometown Tree is here to walk you through the process of prepping your trees for summer storms with tree service and if necessary, tree removal service. Read More
Spruce Up Your Space With Fresh Summer Mulching
Summer is here – how’s your outside area faring so far? The hot weather can definitely take a toll on your landscaping, leaving your yard looking worse for the wear. However, there is an easy solution to both spruce up the aesthetic of your outdoor living space and help your trees and landscaping thrive through the summer – mulching.
Mulching Isn’t Just for Spring
While many homeowners mulch their trees and landscaping during the spring, don’t worry if you missed the boat – you can still use this technique to liven up your yard in the summer. Mulching can actually help your landscaping stay vibrant all summer long and protect against drought. Here’s what the experts at Hometown Tree have to say about it.
Why Mulching Should Be a Part of Your Summer Tree Care
If you’ve got your summer tree care plan laid out, look it over once more. If mulching isn’t on it, you’re going to want to add it in. Here are the benefits of mulching your trees and shrubs in the summer.
It helps to protect against drought. Mulch protects the soil, helping to keep moisture in the soil longer so that your trees don’t suffer as much from extreme temperatures and strong sunlight.
It also protects against heavy rain. Summer is known for its heat, but it’s also known for its downpours. Heavy rain can wash away important nutrients in the soil. Mulching protects the soil and in turn, the nutrients in it that your trees need to thrive.
It prevents drastic soil temperature fluctuations. Summer can take a toll on your yard’s soil, but mulching helps to prevent major temperature fluctuations around tree roots that can be detrimental to your landscaping.
It helps cut down on weeds. Not only are weeds annoying to pull, but they can also sap nutrients from your landscaping. Mulching your yard in the summer can help prevent weed growth (and cut down on the time you spend sweating in the yard, pulling weeds).
If you did your mulching in the spring, it’s still a good idea to take a look around your yard to scout for mulch that’s thinning or has been washed away. You can add fresh mulch to your landscaping to help your plants and trees make it through the summer with ease.
Tips for Summer Mulching
Whether you need to lay down fresh mulch or spruce up existing mulch as part of your plant and tree care plan for the summer, here are some expert tips.
Tip #1: Edge around the tree or landscaping first. You should edge and weed the beds before you add mulch to them (trust us, it’ll make your life easier in the long run).
Tip #2: If you’re mulching over existing mulch, be sure to stir and turn the old mulch to let it air out and to help disperse the existing nutrients.
Tip #3: If you’re mulching over bare ground, be sure to use the right type of mulch and the right amount. You want 2-4 inches of mulch around your trees and shrubs, but be sure that you’re not mounding the mulch around the trees like a volcano. This can actually be detrimental.
Tip #4: Rake everything out. You want your mulch to be evenly dispersed for maximum effectiveness.
Tip #5: Re-mulch as needed. Watch your yard throughout the summer. Heavy wind and rain, as well as foot traffic, can disturb your landscaping. This will lead to a need for fresh mulching throughout the season.
Get More Expert Mulching Tips from Hometown Tree
Need help choosing the right type of mulch? Looking for tree care this summer? Contact Hometown Tree today!
Summer Shade and Safety: Tree Care Tips for Your Shade Trees
Summer is upon us, and temperatures are about to soar. As things heat up, shade becomes critical both in your backyard living space and around your home. However, the only way to have an abundance of shade is to take care of the mature trees in your yard and ensure they can live up to the job. Hometown Tree Experts are here with tree care tips for the summer to make the most of your shade. Read More
Preparing Your Trees for Summer Storms With Tree Service
Summers in Maryland often bring severe weather. Thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy rain are more common than many would think. Homeowners usually take the time to prepare their houses for summer storms, but landscaping elements – trees in particular – often fall through the cracks. However, trees can cause serious damage in stormy weather. To prep your yard for summer storms with tree service, check out this easy guide from Hometown Tree Experts.
What Type of Tree Service Do Maryland Trees Need After Winter?
Spring is in the air, which means it’s time to get back outside and prepare your yard and landscaping for the upcoming warm weather and subsequent seasons. However, do you know what tree care your Maryland yard will need as temperatures climb? Hometown Tree is here with tips on how to ready your trees for the spring season. Read More
11 Signs Your Tree Needs Professional Tree Service
Keeping your yard healthy and thriving can be a full-time job. Sometimes, however, it’s necessary to call in the experts to give you a hand. This is especially true when it comes to trees. Professional tree care can make or break the foliage in your yard, but how do you know when it’s time to schedule it? Hometown Tree Experts is here with signs your tree needs professional tree service.
A Guide to Tree Service: What Care Does Your Tree Need for Each Stage of Its Life?
Have you ever considered that the trees in your yard may need different types of care depending on the stage of their life cycle that they’re currently in? If you want your trees to thrive and flourish into old age, then it’s critical to provide the right kind of tree care at the right stages. Check out our comprehensive guide to tree service and care throughout the different stages of your trees’ lives.
How to Diagnose and Treat Tree Fungus and Disease
Did you know that just like humans, trees are susceptible to diseases? These diseases are commonly caused by fungi and other pathogens. They can not only make the trees in your yard look less than beautiful but also eventually kill them entirely. That’s why it’s important to know how to spot common tree diseases and treat them effectively. Read More
Underground Conversations: How Trees Share Secrets Through Root Networks
Did you know that trees communicate? Yes, you heard right – trees actually communicate with one another through their root systems. This communication is integral to your trees’ health, growth, and longevity. So how does it work, and how can you protect this communication system to ensure that your trees have a long and healthy life? Read More