Growing a tree can be a rewarding long-term project. However, it sometimes can be difficult and often filled with pitfalls. Simply planting a young tree and then watering it isn’t enough. In order for a tree to grow properly, it needs to be nurtured and cared for properly. The wrong sort of care can leave a tree withered and dying at too young an age.
There are ways to help the trees you grow live a long and green life. The following five tips can extend the life of your tree:
1) Location/ Eventual Tree Size
While the original notion of planting the tree far away from potential hazards such as utility lines is well-known, many new tree growers don’t account for the eventual size of the tree when selecting a location. You are growing a tree that will eventually mature and bloom into a large one, taking much more space. Make sure the location is far enough away from building structures, concrete, and pipes.
2) First Years are Important
Tree tending in the first two years is considered critical, especially compared to the remainder of its lifetime. This is because the tree is attempting to establish its root system during this span. A healthy root system can help extend a tree’s life for many years. During this time, trees need to be watered thoroughly and much more than in future years, allowing roots to develop underground and prosper.
3) Trim Trees Regularly
Sometimes, trees can become lopsided. One side may grow faster than the other. In order to keep a tree’s growth balanced, trim trees regularly. You want trees to grow upward and outward at even proportions.
4) Counter the Climate
Make sure you take your region’s climate into account. Usually warmer climate encounters occasional droughts. Colder climates could cause freezing conditions that sap a tree’s growth. Use mulch to cool the root system during warm summers and hold in moisture during colder months to protect against dryness. Also, use some sort of protective wrap during winter months to protect bark as temperatures drop.
5) Hire a Professional Tree Service
Taking care of trees requires constant vigilance. It’s good idea to have a professional tree service company to regularly check your tree conditions and protect against pests and plant diseases.
Great Northern ReGreenery has can help you watch over your trees and ensure they enjoy a long, prosperous life. If you need aid growing and maintaining trees on your property, Great Northern ReGreenery’s tree services can provide you with an arborist as well as the latest techniques in insect and pest control.