Winter is just around the corner but luckily, hasn’t arrived just yet. This is the perfect time to help your trees get through whatever mother nature has to throw at us this coming winter season. This means giving them a little extra helping hand to prepare them for the...
Tree care incidents are low but, just like anything else, they are always possible. Making it important to leave these things to the experts, who know how to properly and safely get the job done right. We here at Five Star Tree Services have some tips for you when you are selecting...
Trees are not only pleasant to look at, they also offer you shade. Trees are an important part of the landscape and this is exactly why it is so important to properly take care of them. The first thing you can do as a homeowner in order to keep...
Just like people, trees are susceptible to diseases and infections. You will be able to tell when this happens because the tree will start to show signs and symptoms. Sometimes there can be multiple options for the cause that people will assume. This can make diagnosing the tree’s condition...
If you are lucky enough to have a beautiful fireplace, you know how comforting it can be to have a fire going on a cool night. A fireplace has the ability to bring people together and warm a house. It is particularly nice to have fires in the winter,...
Living in Canada means that we have the pleasure of having a plethora of different and beautiful trees. Such trees can include the famous red maple trees, beautiful birches, prickly pines, and the beloved Christmas spruce tree, just to name a few. In Ontario alone there are roughly 85 tree...
A lot of landscapes have shrubs occupying them. Shrubbery is a great way to add luxurious greenery to your yard. Not only does it add an appealing aesthetic but it also adds more value to your home. They are also super easy to grow and are a fantastic way...
When you are taking care of your yard, you are going to need to figure out what works and what doesn’t work for helping your trees. Mulch is one of those things to figure out. Most people view it as an essential gardening product, not just for trees, but...
It’s important to make sure that all trees on your property are healthy and in good condition. This means hiring professional tree trimming services to maintain your trees yearly in order to keep them looking beautiful and healthy. In late winter or early spring is the best time to trim your...
A lot of plants end up developing a woody stem. Such plants include things like thistles, bushes, tree saplings, plants, brush, and trees. Other examples are Tree of heaven saplings, Locust, Willow, and Maple. You might find that it can be hard to keep diseases away from plants with...