Tree & Shrub Winter Preparation in New York City & Long Island

During the Fall season, temperatures substantially drop. It is best to begin preparing your trees and shrubs towards the late Fall/ early Winter season, for the upcoming weathering conditions. The pruning of all trees and shrubs is highly suggested in order to remove any dead wood, diseased, or potentially dangerous tree limbs/branches, that may become…

Maple Tree Species In The North Eastern Region

Maple Tree Species are common in the north eastern region. They are used as Ornamental trees by property owners and are classified as a family of their own. The Maple tree species are considered to be a Pentamerous flowering tree/shrub. It grows too approximately 30-140ft in height and has a fast growth rate. They are…

General Tree Composition

A trees structure is generally made up of 3 components. The 3 components are the stump and roots, the branches leaves (tree crown), and then the woody structure (tree trunk) that connects the roots and leaves. The lower portion of the tree would consist of the stump and roots. The tree roots typically lie below…

Lawn thining and bare spots in NY

Now that the winter season is gone we can see the days getting longer and the landscape flourishing. Many property owners may observe thinning areas and bare spots on their lawns. The first thing is to identify what the cause of the problem is. There are many variables that affect the lawns development, such as…

Lawn Irrigation in NY

Commonly asked questions when it comes to landscaping are: “When do I water my landscape/how often should it be watered?” and “How much does it need to be watered?” Having an effective irrigation system along with watering wisely can help attain quality results. There are several factors that come into play when it comes to…

Ornamental and Evergreen Trees on Long Island

Ornamental trees are especially popular during the spring season. They are used to add color to the landscape and create visual appeal.  Some of the species in the ornamental category include flowering and fruit bearing trees such as Magnolia trees, Apple trees, Dogwood trees, Maple trees, Spruce trees, etc. Caring for ornamental trees requires a…

What is a Certified Arborist?

A certified arborist is an individual who has an extensive knowledge in tree care “through experience and by passing a comprehensive examination developed by some of the nation’s leading experts on tree care. Certified Arborists must also continue their education to maintain their certification and adhere to a Code of Ethics. Therefore, they are more…