The Ultimate Guide to Tree Care: A Seasonal Approach for Surrey Homes

The Ultimate Guide to Tree Care: A Seasonal Approach for Surrey Homes

Introduction Trees are the cornerstone of any landscape, lending beauty, shade, and ecological benefits to your outdoor space. However, maintaining healthy trees requires more than occasional attention; it demands a proactive, seasonal approach to care. In this comprehensive guide, tailored specifically for Surrey homeowners, we’ll delve into the intricacies of tree care through the seasons. From nurturing new growth in …

Understanding Ash Dieback: Current Situation in the UK

Understanding Ash Dieback: Current Situation in the UK

Introduction Ash dieback or Chalara, is a devastating fungal disease that has been wreaking havoc on ash trees across the United Kingdom. It was scientifically described in 2006 and was first identified in the UK in 2012, ash dieback has since spread rapidly, posing a significant threat to the country’s ash tree population. In this article, we’ll delve into the …

Springtime Blossoms: Nurturing Your Trees for the Growing Season

Springtime Blossoms: Nurturing Your Trees for the Growing Season

Introduction As winter bids farewell and the warmth of spring beckons, your garden undergoes a transformative phase. Springtime brings the promise of renewal, with trees awakening from their winter slumber to adorn themselves in vibrant blossoms. To ensure your trees flourish during this crucial growing season, strategic care and preparation are paramount. In this extensive guide, we’ll explore the significance …

Winter Tree Maintenance: Ensuring the Health and Beauty of Your Garden

Winter Tree Maintenance: Ensuring the Health and Beauty of Your Garden

As winter descends upon us, the leaves fall, and the air turns crisp, it’s easy to assume that your garden goes into a dormant phase. However, the cold months bring unique challenges for your trees, requiring some care and planning to protect them from the winter elements. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the importance of winter tree maintenance …

An emerging threat to beech – Petrakia liobae

An emerging threat to beech – Petrakia liobae

Beech, once thought to be native to the South East of England is now a common species throughout the UK, both from planting and natural regeneration. Beech trees are also present in central Europe, where the emerging pathogen fungal Petrakia liobae threatens populations. Research suggests that the disease may have been present in Europe for at least 12 years but …

Excessive Work Sees Tree Surgeon Fined

Excessive Work Sees Tree Surgeon Fined

If you are a tree surgeon or you have an interest in the industry, you know the importance of Tree Preservation Orders, or TPOs. However, it appears many professionals in the industry don’t pay attention to these orders or decide against following correct procedure. This can be seen in the continual fines and penalties imposed on tree surgeons who carry …

Tree Surgeons Have Difficult Roles

Tree Surgeons Have Difficult Roles

When it comes to working as a tree surgeon, there are many known dangers and risks associated with the job. Professionals often must work at great heights and the equipment can be dangerous if it is not used correctly. In this regard, being a tree surgeon is not a job for the faint-hearted, but there are other issues and problems …

Tree Surgeon Brings The Cat Down

Tree Surgeon Brings The Cat Down

The word hero may be overused these days but for many people, anyone that puts themselves at risk of injury or goes the extra mile to ensure that animals are well looked after is worthy of praise and positive attention. This is the story surrounding a tree surgeon in Portadown who ensured that a cat was rescued after it had …

Tree Surgeon Fined After Tree Crashes On Parked Car

Tree Surgeon Fined After Tree Crashes On Parked Car

While there are many different parts of the job when you are a tree surgeon, there are some basic facts and matters that you need to remember. You should always have safety as the number one factor to consider, and this was not the case in Cornwall last year. In fact, it was very fortunate that no one was hurt …

Tree Surgeons Taking A Bad Rap In Some Areas

Tree Surgeons Taking A Bad Rap In Some Areas

No matter what industry you think of, it is likely that the actions of a few people or companies will colour your thoughts of that entire industry or professionals. While some professionals will think that this doesn’t impact on them or that it allows them to be a better provider than some of the companies on offer, there is a …