Top Tips for Making Your Trees Flourish
Adding a tree that's beautiful and thriving to your garden can boost your property's appeal. Or, if you have trees growing there already, you'll naturally want to do what you can to help them thrive. Here are some essential tree care techniques for the trees you love.
Giving Them Space
Do your trees have enough space to thrive? Or are they all packed in together? Beneath the surface, your trees feature a delicate network of roots. Those roots draw moisture and nutrients from the soil, giving your trees a chance to grow. When too many trees compete with one another for moisture and nutrients, they don't reach their full potential. How much space you'll need between your trees will vary according to the tree type and your environment. If you're unsure, speak to an arborist for advice.
Nourish the Soil
Even if your trees do have enough space, you need to nourish the soil so that they're thriving in the right environment. During seasons of minimal rainfall, this may mean watering your garden. You can also try using a fertiliser that has a root stimulator to help new trees take root and develop the system they need for attracting nutrients. If your soil is of poor quality, you may need to lay down fresh layers to help your tree survive.
Prune Periodically
Periodically pruning your tree can help to promote growth. Tree pruning usually involves removing branches that are old, diseased or struggling to survive. Unless you already have a thorough knowledge of what poor branches look like or pruning techniques, it's wise to ask a professional to prune for you. After an arborist or landscaper initially prunes your tree, they can advise how often pruning should take place. You may also want to use a pruning service following storms that may have caused damage.
Careful Lawn Care
When you care for your lawn, it's important to make sure you don't do anything that damages your trees. For example, when you're mowing, make sure you don't accidentally destroy the tree's base or knock the bark. While such damage may seem small on the surface, it can have a significant effect. If you're trying to grow new trees in the area or you want to remove one that's close to the trees you want to grow, make sure you seek professional advice first. By taking a careful approach, you can ensure the vitality of the trees you love.
