Heavy storms and strong winds can make trees and branches fall during the winter months. While this is normal, large tree branches can fall on cars, buildings, or even in your yard, risking you and your family’s safety. Weak trees can also present a safety hazard to anyone passing...
Tree care and maintenance can be a complex and even dangerous job, but it’s also important for the health of your trees. The best way to avoid personal accidents or tree damage is by hiring a professional arborist, like the arborists here at Five Star Tree Services. One of...
It is common for homeowners who are new to tree planting to have questions on how to protect the sapling from harsh winter weather. Any tree that has been freshly planted, regardless of age, faces an increased risk of damage during the winter months. This is due to the...
Trees offer many benefits to your property. Aesthetic appeal, shade in the summertime and buffering from the cold are some just to name a few. Periodically, trees can become ill or suffer damage that causes them to die. Watching a tree die can sometimes be an emotional process, but...
Falling branches and toppling trees are safety hazards people face all year long. If you have a sick tree, leaning or dying, you are risking your property and the safety of those who live in your home. Sadly, most property owners have no idea what to look for when...
Having evergreens on your property is an extraordinary way to include color that will stay fresh all year long. Knowing how to take care of your evergreens is also important if you want them to thrive long-term. How you plant your evergreens and where you plant them is important,...
Fruit-bearing trees need specific care if they are to produce high-quality fruit and grow into a strong structure. Here at Five Star Tree Services, our highly trained arborists are well versed in the care and pruning of assortments of fruit-bearing tree species. We also have a few tips to help...
One of the most common ways to maintain your trees is through pruning. In the wild, trees survive and even thrive with natural pruning. However, those that are in man-made landscapes often need extra help. Pruning ensures that trees will be able to maintain their structural integrity while also...
There are many reasons to prune your trees, such as to get rid of dead branches or to improve the overall structure. Pruning is also a good way to repair natural storm damage and encourage new growth. No matter what reasons you have, it is important to use the...
Most homeowners prefer to have their trees grow in a straight and tall fashion. Often, nature may have other ideas that can prevent a tree from growing perfectly upright. Factors such as regular exposure to high wind, rain or other weather can cause a tree to grow at an...