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Total Tree Care arborists are delighted to have this opportunity to share their knowledge and experience with you every month. |
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Homeowner, Spare the Axe. Hire a Licensed Arborist
 There was a wonderful New Haven Register article that I thought would be an appropriate winter tip. I hope you enjoy it.
Removing diseased or damaged branches in order to improve the appearance of a tree should be done thoughtfully and cautiously to assure that the tree does not suffer permanent injury. A tree responds favorably when the right type of cut is used.
Click here to read the entire article. |
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Prevent Winter Injury to Trees and Plants
 Don't forget to protect your evergreens from the drying effects of winter winds and low soil moisture, especially on new and broadleaf types.
Protect plants by wrapping them with burlap [which also prevents deer browsing] or by applying an anti-desiccant such as Wilt-Pruf. The anti-desiccant's waxy coating helps keep leaves and buds from drying out and burning. Proper mulching will keep the soil moist.
You can purchase and apply an anti-desiccant or you can have us apply it. We can also add a deer repellent if winter deer browsing is a problem on your property.
Be Well - Mike |
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Think about Pruning in the Winter
Many tree owners believe pruning can only be done in the spring or fall. When dealing with safety issues where pruning is required every few years, trees can be properly pruned at any time of the year including the winter months.
In Connecticut we would only prune elm trees in the late fall and very early winter. All other trees, including evergreens, can be healthfully pruned throughout the winter months.
Take advantage of our winter work discount which offers up to 20% of our standard rates.
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Mountain Giant Arbor Vitae Stands up to Deer Browsing
 Deer develop difficult to discourage winter feeding habits when food is scarce. They begin feeding with plants that taste best to them.
Deer browsing is a major problem for typical white cedar varieties like Emerald Giant. Deer enjoy the taste and texture of this common evergreen and will devour all that they can reach. Although almost no plant is completely deer resistant, a great alternative to the Emerald Arbor Vitae is the Mountain Giant, which is not browsed on by deer.
One way to protect your plants from deer browsing is to have Total Tree Care apply its safe yet effective deer repellent (made from hot sauce).
For more info on deer browsing please click here. |
