Did you know that Australia has some 828 different species of native birds? Many of these birds might seem incredibly exotic to foreigners and yet you're probably used to looking out the window to see rainbow lorikeets and sulphur-crested cockatoos frolicking in your backyard trees. Cockatoos can be a fascinating and lively (and of course, sometimes loud) visitor to your backyard, and yet whether they opt to actually make a home on your property will depend on the types and size of suitable trees that are available.
4 January 2018
A single lightning strike is 5 times hotter than the surface of the sun, according to the National Weather Service. This makes for a spectacular show during a storm. However, while you can retreat to the relative safety of your home during a storm, your trees have no such luxury. Tall trees are especially at risk of being struck, though even a short tree can become a victim of a lightning strike, should it be in the wrong place at the wrong time.
30 May 2017
A garden that lacks trees is also a garden that lacks all the good that trees can offer, such as shade, good air quality and a better looking garden. However, whatever your ultimate goals for your garden, you should always research your current and future trees carefully, otherwise they might spring a surprise on you. If you've just moved into a house surrounded by trees, or are planning on planting trees around your current home, here are 6 trees you should be wary of.
10 February 2017
For the ordinary property owner, it's important to trim the trees in your property. And, besides the obvious reason like the tree's aesthetics, cutting the side branches can simply open up your property and enhance your view. For the do-it-yourself property owner, here are several aspects you should consider when you decide to trim trees on your property. Municipal bylaws Different municipalities across Australia have bylaws that govern tree lopping, counting tree removal in privately-owned land.
30 June 2016
Trees can bring lots of essential benefits to your home's yard. Trees can add to the yard's beauty, keep the air cleaner, help control soil erosion, and provide shade to cool the outdoor environment. However, trees may sometimes need to be removed to prevent the hazards they pose if left standing in your yard. Trees are valued commodities; therefore, you will need to be sure that you are making the right decision before embarking on any tree removal endeavor.
12 February 2016
As the temperature rises, it's common for even mature trees to feel stressed. If you are worried about the health of the trees in your yard this summer, here are some tips to help you. Fertilise your tree One of the best way to get your tree through summer actually starts before summer. A healthy tree with good nutrient support is best placed to get through the summer. You should also get your tree serviced by an arborist before summer to get rid of any dead or damaged wood, which take up a large amount of the tree's energy to try and maintain and repair.
24 November 2015
Residents of Victoria have already been warned that this year's bushfire season will start early, with a long, hot summer to follow. As a new Victorian resident, you have schooled yourself on what to do when a bushfire threat is imminent, but do you know what to do with your fruit trees after the fire has gone? Knowing the basics of what to look for after your trees have been burned will leave you more confident about making the decision on which trees must be removed, and which can remain.
9 November 2015
Trees have the ability to add value to your property and can be used to create curb appeal. Not only can various types of trees offer great shade during the hottest months, but they can also allow for increased privacy. If you have trees in your yard, it is essential that you understand how to care for and maintain them. When it comes to tree looping or tree pruning, you need to know when the best time to begin pruning actually is.
29 October 2015
Trees beautify a landscape and provide additional benefits like shielding the home from strong winds. That is why it is important to take all necessary precautions to limit how much damage the trees sustain when construction work is going on. This article discusses some measures that you can use to protect your trees from construction damage. Protect the Trees from Traffic Tree trunks can have their bark torn off by passing heavy construction machinery.
23 October 2015
As a new investment property owner, you have entered the world where you will be spending some of your summer free time attending to chores at a property other than the one you live in. You know you must attend to annual tree maintenance before the predictable summer storms hit, but did you know you can actually financially benefit from this chore? Unlike tree maintenance done at the home you live in, tree maintenance done at a rental property can be tax deductible, and these are the main facts you need to know.
14 October 2015
