5 Ways to Love Your Trees

2/14/2015

1. Water works!

Trees are good to us. They provide shade and shelter from the sun, filter the air we breathe, add beauty and value to our homes, provide habitat, and much more. But come on, what have you done for your tree lately? Here are 5 ways to return the love:

Trees use water year-round, so they need water year-round. The amount of water a tree utilizes changes throughout its annual growth cycle, but to make it simple - they always need water - particularly trees that are younger than two years. Here is a short article on tree watering basics. Also check out our blog post about winter watering! Yes - you can (and should) water in the winter during dry spells.

NO MULCH VOLCANOES!

2. Mulch, but not much.

There are conflicting theories out there about whether mulch is harmful or helpful to trees. Mulch can help younger trees retain moisture and regulate soil temperature in the heat of the summer. It can also be used in areas where roots are exposed so you don't have to mow over and harm the roots. So if you like the way mulch looks in your landscape, use these tips to avoid harming your tree:

Avoid the mulch "volcano" and keep it away from the trunk. Mulch piled against the trunk holds moisture and heat, which helps give diseases, such as canker, an easy point of access.
Keep the mulch layer 2" deep or less.
Watch this short video on proper mulching technique.

3. Do-it-yourself? Do-it-right!

If you are tackling a DIY pruning job on your trees, avoid flush cuts. While your first instinct may be to remove as much evidence of that tree branch as you can, it is important to leave the branch collar intact to prevent decay from entering the tree. The diagram to the right shows where the branch collar is, and also a three-step cut guide for removing the branch while minimizing harm to the rest of the tree. Read more here.

4. Mind the roots.

Soil compaction is a problem that many are unaware of. Roots need to be able to access oxygen in the soil in order to carry nutrients up toward the canopy. Compaction can take place during landscaping projects where soil is covered or heavy machinery is driven over the soil. Even heavy foot traffic or installing a small patio can cause harm, and sometimes the symptoms don't present themselves for years.
Don't mow over exposed roots! Consider replacing turf with a thin, coarse layer of mulch that doesn't require mowing.

5. Find yourself a tree guy.

Find a trusted expert to help you maintain the trees on your property. Trees are an important asset and deserve professional attention and care. Don't leave your tree care to chance. Finding a certified arborist, like Arbor Aesthetics, is the first step in ensuring that you'll be able to love your trees for many years to come!

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Arbor Aesthetics Earns 2014 Angie's List Super Service Award

2/3/2015

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Arbor Aesthetics has earned the coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award, reflecting an exemplary year of service provided to members of the local services marketplace and consumer review site in 2014. This is Arbor Aesthetics' fifth year in a row earning this award.

“Only about 5 percent of the Tree Service companies in Omaha have performed so consistently well enough to earn our Super Service Award,” said Angie’s List Founder Angie Hicks. “It’s a really high standard.”

Angie’s List Super Service Award 2014 winners have met strict eligibility requirements, which include an “A” rating in overall grade, recent grade, and review period grade; the company must be in good standing with Angie’s List, pass a background check and abide by Angie’s List operational guidelines.

Service company ratings are updated daily on Angie’s List. Companies are graded on an A through F scale in areas ranging from price to professionalism to punctuality. Members can find the 2014 Super Service Certification logo next to company names in search results on AngiesList.com.

Angie's List helps facilitate happy transactions between nearly 3 million consumers nationwide and its collection of highly-rated service providers in 720 categories of service, ranging from home improvement to health care. Built on a foundation of authentic reviews of local service, Angie's List connects consumers directly to its online marketplace of services from member-reviewed providers, and offers unique tools and support designed to improve the local service experience for both consumers and service professionals.

What our Angie's List customers are saying:

"I had them tree a large tree in the front our home as well as trim another tree and all of the bushes. They showed up on time, did an excellent job and cleaned up after thy had finished the work. I will use then I the future and would highly recommend them to everyone else."
- Carolyn, 10/28/14

"The crew was prompt and removed 4 trees along my fence and one other near the end of my driveway. They also trimmed up one other tree and removed some dead branches from it. They were very polite and did an excellent job of clean-up when they were done. I would definitely hire them again." - Gail, 11/4/14

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5 Ways to Love Your Trees

1. Water works!

2. Mulch, but not much.

3. Do-it-yourself? Do-it-right!

4. Mind the roots.

5. Find yourself a tree guy.

Arbor Aesthetics Earns 2014 Angie's List Super Service Award

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5 Ways to Love Your Trees

1. Water works!

2. Mulch, but not much.

3. Do-it-yourself? Do-it-right!

4. Mind the roots.

5. Find yourself a tree guy.

Arbor Aesthetics Earns 2014 Angie's List﻿ Super Service Award

What our Angie's List customers are saying:

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Arbor Aesthetics Earns 2014 Angie's List Super Service Award