Keep Your House Safe from Wildfires December 20, 2017 | Emily Dominguez The risk of wildfire is a constant threat in Colorado. Fires can be triggered by anything from lightning strikes to an untended campfire. Pine beetle proliferation, due to unusually warmer climate, has caused extensive damage to indigenous lodgepole pines. Consequently, diligent fire prevention and preparedness measures should be constant as well, throughout the year and in every area of your home. … Read More
When to Trim Fruit Trees December 13, 2017 | Emily Dominguez Early and regular tree pruning enhances the health and appearance of your fruit trees, and the fruit they bear. When a tree is not properly trimmed, it is more susceptible to disease, and limb breakage due to storms or the strain of fruit load. The sooner in the life of your trees you begin to “train” them with routine pruning, the healthier they’ll be throughout their lifespan. … Read More
Tips for Watering in Winter December 6, 2017 | Emily Dominguez A well-kept landscape adds beauty and character to a home. You’ve invested a lot of time and TLC in cultivating the natural ambience of your surroundings into the unique environment it is. At times, however, your efforts aren’t supported by nature itself. Dry winter air, lack of precipitation and drought conditions rob your vegetation of the moisture they need to survive.… Read More
Benefits of a Professional Tree Service November 29, 2017 | Emily Dominguez Having trees or shrubs on your property adds a natural appeal and creates shade during warmer days. But just like everything else, trees and shrubs need a lot of maintenance to keep up the beauty of the property. Unfortunately, if trees are not taken care of, they can cause safety hazards and potentially damage property.… Read More
Choosing the Best Tree for Colorado November 21, 2017 | Emily Dominguez Whether you are redoing your yard or just moved into a new home or office space, adding trees to your property is perfect for any landscape. However, there are a lot of factors to consider before you start buying trees and shrubs for your land. Space When choosing a tree, you first need to… Read More
Why Should I Get Fire Mitigation? November 15, 2017 | Emily Dominguez Every year thousands of acres, homes, and properties are destroyed by wildfires. Unfortunately, we can’t stop wildfires altogether, but what we can do is help prevent it from destroying your property. By creating a fire safe landscape we are working to preserve and remove the risks around your property. Fire mitigation helps reduce the threat… Read More
My Tree Has Dead Limbs November 9, 2017 | Emily Dominguez In most cases, dead limbs occur naturally for trees over time. If you have several dead limbs throughout the tree, it can indicate that there is probably another problem, but it also may not be a cause for concern. So you now may be wondering, when would be the time to be worried about the… Read More
Preparing Trees for Winter Weather October 25, 2017 | Emily Dominguez Colorado weather in September and October is usually dry and hot. It’s important to keep your plants hydrated before they go dormant for the winter. You can add a layer of mulch to help insulate roots while holding in moisture. During the winter, Colorado residents see freezing cold temperatures which can kill your trees if… Read More
Emerald Ash Borer October 18, 2017 | Emily Dominguez Emerald Ash Borer has infested parts of Colorado but currently has not been found in the Pikes Peak Region. Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) came to Colorado from the Midwest through firewood being transported. It has spread across 22 states in the U.S. and has killed millions of ash trees since 2002 while threatening many more.… Read More
Recycle Yard Waste October 11, 2017 | Emily Dominguez Now that you have removed your tree and an arborist company has removed the waste, where does it go? Tree trimmings, including leaves and branches, can be recycled through compost. By composting this waste, you can create a nutrient-rich soil additive that you can then use in your yard for further planting. The importance of… Read More
