I SAW THE SIGN

As a property owner, it is your responsibility to be proactive and identify any signs of potential trees hazards, periodically. Many homeowners have called upon Clearview Tree and Land, requesting our certified arborist and/or tree professional to assess and identify present tree hazards. For your convenience, below are some of the signs that homeowners must…

The American Sycamore Tree also known as Platanus Occidentalis

Clearview Tree and Land is very knowledgeable and has extensive experience with all tree species. The American Sycamore tree, also know an as Platanus Occidentalis, is a very durable tree, with a fast growth rate. This tree species is native to the North American Region. In its young stages the Sycamore tree tends to have…

De-icing Salt and its Effects on the Environment

Clearview Tree and Land has observed that the use of de-icing salt has greatly increased within the last couple of years,  through Nassau County, Queens and NYC areas. De-icing salt is usually composed of sodium chloride, calcium sulfate, magnesium chloride, and rock. Salt has water absorbing, as well as corrosive characteristics, which many can visibly…

Trees & Your Neighbors

Clearview Tree and Land is constantly receiving requests from homeowners throughout Brooklyn, Queens, Nassau County, and Suffolk County for tree services, due to a complaint or concern from a neighbor. Whether the homeowner’s tree is close to the neighboring home, reduces the sunlight exposure to their property, or fear that the tree is not sturdy…

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…