What is tree lopping
Tree lopping can be described as the method of pruning several segments of a tree. The looping may include clearing limbs or branches away or making the trunks short. Regarding the process of looping and how it is practiced there are two different views. There are some people that believe that the process of looping […]
Do I need stump removal services? Why?
Is there an annoying stump in your garden? Getting it out of the ground or trying to remove it might not seem achievable but using a stump grinder can make the process much easier and simpler. WHY SHOULD TREE STUMPS BE REMOVED At this point, you may be thinking why you need to bother yourself […]
Should I Trim or Remove My Tree
When a tree has problems, it is important to come to a decision on whether to trim or remove the tree. Trees have a lot of benefits such as making your house beautiful, giving shade to your property and it can also increase the value of your property. Trees also help to hold the soil […]
Habitat pruning in the urban environment – Part 1
As contracting arborist’s working throughout the urban environment in south-east Queensland, Brisbane Tree Experts frequently encounter large trees which our clients wish to remove. This often results from a concern with regard to the safety of the trees within their growing environments, and can be driven by a trees propensity to shed or drop large […]
Habitat pruning in the urban environment – Part 2
Earlier in our BTE Blogs we talked about the importance of retaining natural habitat within the urban environment whilst addressing potential risks associated with the failure or structural collapse of dead and/or dangerous trees. So why is the retention of these types of trees so important? Many species of wildlife utilise tree hollows for nesting, […]
Habitat pruning in the urban environment – Part 3
So now you have seen the Brisbane Tree Experts team doing what we do best! The large and important landscape tree can now be safely retained in close proximity to the surrounding built environment, and will continue to provide important habitat into the future. So what other pruning techniques can we apply as qualified arborist’s […]
The golden rules of garden mulch – Part 1
Much like people, garden mulch can be found in a variety of different shapes, sizes and colours, so how do we know which mulch is best to use, particularly in relation to the long term health of our trees? Generally speaking, mulches can be divided into two main categories, being organic and non-organic, and whilst […]
The golden rules of garden mulch – Part 2
Now let’s look at some of the additional benefits that can be achieved by using organic mulches as opposed to non- organic varieties such as gravel or pebbles. Over time the breakdown of organic material adds valuable nutrients and trace elements to the soil that are required for tree growth. This gradual breakdown of the […]
The golden rules of garden mulch – Part 3
As a final point for discussion I would like to comment on some of the negative aspects of using grass clippings as a form of organic mulch, particularly around the bases of trees, as I so often see this occurring throughout the urban environment. Firstly, there should no longer be the collection and build-up of […]
Tree Maintenance – Part 1
Are your trees growing to their full potential? Are you getting the best out of your tree maintenance? As qualified arborists, we provide our clients with a wide range of tree maintenance solutions, to assist them in managing their most valuable and often loved assets, their trees! Unfortunately, we all too often see poor tree […]
