How to Choose the Best Trees for Your Needs

11th April 2020, Tips

As we have previously explored, there are many benefits to planting trees, from combating climate change to attracting wildlife and so much more besides. But what trees exactly should we be planting to meet specific goals? Let’s delve deeper into what trees are best for particular needs.

COVID-19 – Our Commitment to Operating Safely During the Coronavirus Pandemic

1st April 2020, News

We hope you are all keeping safe and well and we would like to reassure you of our commitment to continuing to provide our services under an adapted working practice that falls in line with the most recent Government advice.

How to Care for Newly Planted and Sapling Trees

26th March 2020, News

How to go about making sure those trees you’ve lovingly planted flourish over the next crucial five years? Let’s take a closer look at what you need to be doing to care for newly planted and sapling trees.

The Benefits of Planting Trees (and a guide to planting them)

18th February 2020, Advice

Whether you have a personal goal of attracting birds or insects into your garden, you want to create shade, privacy or colour or all of the above, or you are focused more on worldwide benefits, whatever your reasoning behind planting trees, there really are so many advantages in doing so.

Why has my Deciduous Tree Still got its Leaves in Winter?

15th January 2020, Advice

Have you noticed your tree has retained its leaves throughout the autumn and even through the coldest months of winter? Are you concerned there is something wrong with your tree? Worry not, because this phenomenon is one that is widely known as marcescence, and it’s perfectly normal. Read on to discover what it’s all about.

Can I Plant my Christmas Tree in the Garden after Christmas?

20th December 2019, Tips

Is it possible to plant and keep a Christmas tree alive in the garden after Christmas? Can you take a Christmas tree cutting to grow on? Here’s the lowdown.

A Guide to Pruning Trees in Autumn

20th October 2019, Tips

Whilst most trees are best pruned during late winter to early spring, some do benefit from autumn pruning. Let’s take a look at which trees should be pruned during autumn, and how best to go about the task.

Can I Trim my Neighbour’s Tree? Your Rights Explained.

21st September 2019, News

What to do if a neighbour’s tree is overhanging into your garden, or has grown so tall that it is blocking your light? Here we tackle the issue in full including taking a look at your legal rights.

How to Choose the Right Tree Surgeon

9th August 2019, Tips

How do you choose the right tree surgeon? Let’s take a look at all the things you should consider when making your selection so that you can be sure your tree will be in the best of hands, and you’ll be getting the very best value service.

How to Treat and Prevent Tree Wounds

17th July 2019, Advice

If your tree has been wounded, you will naturally want to help along its healing process. Here our experts take a look at the best ways to treat – and prevent – tree wounds from all types of causes.

What is the Best way to Remove a Tree Stump?

13th June 2019, News

Whatever your reasoning behind wanting rid of a tree stump, you’re going to need some good, solid advice on removing it. Precisely what our expert tree surgeons have put together in this guide to the best ways to remove a tree stump.

The Ultimate Guide to Tree Pruning

20th May 2019, News

Are you looking for information on tree pruning? Read on to discover when, how and why to prune your tree together with important things to look out for and what you need to avoid.

How to Prune and Care for Your Conifer Tree

11th April 2019, News

There are various species of conifer trees, most of them evergreen and all of them well known for their habit of growing very tall, very quickly. There is a knack to pruning and generally caring for a conifer tree if you want to enjoy it at its beautiful best whilst keeping it nicely under control. Read on for our expert tips.

Top 10 Hedge Trimming Tips

7th March 2019, News

Hedge trimming may appear to be quite a task, but by following a few expert tips you’ll be able to tackle the job safely, efficiently and with results that will have neighbours and passers-by stopping to admire your handiwork.

How to Care for your Cedar Tree

16th February 2019, Tips

It’s a beautiful, eye catching tree, but the cedar really does need a good amount of attention, and there are certain rules to follow when pruning. Read on for the advice you need to take care of your cedar tree.

How to Prune a Silver Birch Tree

22nd January 2019, Tips

When pruning a silver birch tree it is important to follow the right procedure, and it’s essential to get the timing right too. Here we share the lowdown on how to prune a silver birch tree to achieve the best possible results.

How to Prune a Plum Tree

15th December 2018, Tips

Pruning a plum tree is an important task, and it’s essential to follow the right methods and to get the timing right too. Here we look at how to prune a plum tree for the best possible results.

Why do trees change colour and lose their leaves in autumn?

17th November 2018, Advice

We are all familiar with the changing colours of autumn, but just what is it that causes our trees to transform from green to yellow, russet, pink, purple, red and bronze? The science behind autumn leaves is precisely what we’re taking a look at in this post.