Spring rolls around, and it’s time to tackle the house chores you’ve neglected during the winter. You organize the inside of your home, clean out closets, and transform the garage into a recognizable space again. But what about outside your house? What will you do about the dead, damaged trees and branches in the yard? […]
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The world wouldn’t be the same without powerlines. The same could be said of the world’s assortment of trees. However, trees and powerlines don’t do the best job of co-existing. Sometimes, homeowners are faced with the problem of a tree approaching (or about to reach) a powerline. Powerlines connecting with trees are a potential fire
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When do you prune your trees? While most gardeners believe that pruning is a winter maintenance activity, summer pruning is a game-changer. It’s a win-win: trimming away those dead branches shapes up your trees and encourages new growth. Summer is a great time to cut off those dead limbs that could harbor disease or insects,
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Trees require extra watering during the hot summer months. Adequate watering helps trees survive the hot weather, encouraging optimal growth and overall health. Trees have varying water requirements. Young trees and newly planted trees call for more frequent watering than established trees while they’re growing a root system. Established trees are hardy but they still
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Falling branches can pose a serious danger, and cause extensive property damage. Trimming your branches and maintaining trees could save you time, effort, and the danger of falling branches when there’s a storm or high wind speeds. You might be wondering what wind speed branches fall at. It can be important for you to know,
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Have you recently cut down a dead or dying tree in your yard? What did you do with the stump? Most arborist companies charge extra for removing the stump, so many homeowners leave it in the ground. But is that a good idea? Does leaving the tree stump present any property risk to your home
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Spring is a busy time for homeowners in the garden. When the weather starts warming up, the trees in the yard come to life. Now is the time to begin pruning to ensure a successful growing season. Pruning is necessary to promote optimal growth of trees and shrubs and requires great care. Early spring presents
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Did you move into a property with overgrown trees or has it been a few years since you pruned a tree in your yard? If so, you might wonder how you can fix the overgrown tree, so it looks good and grows well. Most trees enjoy pruning in the mid to later wintertime when the
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Trees are high-value garden assets on any property. Having a large oak in your yard can add to your property’s curb appeal. Also, trees can increase the property value of your home. However, incorrect positioning of it can present significant risks to your home. When a tree gets big, it can leave branches hanging over
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Towering cottonwoods and sprawling oaks are more than just parts of Nebraska’s stunning landscape. They come with their own unique set of rules! It’s not just about leaves and branches. Tree Law is about the dos and don’ts, the rights and responsibilities, all rooted in the state’s legal framework. Learn more about Nebraska tree law
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