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Myths vs. Facts
Leatherneck Tree Service would like to present to you the most common myths about tree service and care, giving you the correct information and knowledge about the service or care you should know about your trees.
MYTH: Newly planted trees should have their trunks wrapped with tree wrap.
FACT: The tree wraps have been proven to ineffective when it comes to insect entry. The insects seem to prefer to the burry under the wrap. However, the tree wraps may protect your tree from any injuries from animals gnawing or rubbing against it.
MYTH: I should buy the tallest or bushiest tree I can find at the nursery to get the most for my money.
FACT: The tallest tree may actually be the weakest than the smaller ones. The tree trunk, branches and roots are more important than the actual look of the plant when it comes to long term success.
FACT: The tallest tree may actually be the weakest than the smaller ones. The tree trunk, branches and roots are more important than the actual look of the plant when it comes to long term success.
MYTH: When trees are planted, they should be securely staked.
FACT: Some trees might not need to be staked because the trunks are already straight and strong. However, there will be some trees with weaker and curvy trunks that may need to be staked for supported growth. When staking a tree, it should be used to only help provide support in growing the trunk, and it should be not be on a tree for more than one year. Staking a tree could possibly damage the trunk of the tree by securing them too tight with the wires or ties.
MYTH: I can add soil around my trees as long as they as it is good quality topsoil.
FACT: It is critical that the base of trees remain at the appropriate depth in relation to the surrounding soil grade. Excessive soil grade change can have a serious negative impact result of tree decline or death.
FACT: It is critical that the base of trees remain at the appropriate depth in relation to the surrounding soil grade. Excessive soil grade change can have a serious negative impact result of tree decline or death.
Tree Facts:
Certain trees should be pruned during certain times of the year. If not pruned when suggested, the trees could become unhealthy and die. We don't want that to happen for you, so we are here to suggest when you should service your trees.
During the Winter, we suggest you prune these trees:
Crabapples, Poplar, Spruce, Junipers, Sumacs, Bald Cypress, Cherries, Oak, Elm, Ash, Plums, Firs, Douglas, Pines, Cypress and
Honey Locust.
During the Spring, we suggest you prune these trees:
Dogwood, Holly, Cypress
During the Summer, we suggest you prune these trees:
Birch, Maple, Cypress
During the Fall, we suggest you DO NOT prune any trees.
Crabapples, Poplar, Spruce, Junipers, Sumacs, Bald Cypress, Cherries, Oak, Elm, Ash, Plums, Firs, Douglas, Pines, Cypress and
Honey Locust.
During the Spring, we suggest you prune these trees:
Dogwood, Holly, Cypress
During the Summer, we suggest you prune these trees:
Birch, Maple, Cypress
During the Fall, we suggest you DO NOT prune any trees.
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