For those of us in the West particularly, our trees need extra care during this hot time of year. In California, 100+ degrees (up into the 110s for us in SoCA) became the uncomfortable norm this past week. Luckily, we’re headed for temps in the 90s -- better for giving trees the water they crave. …
Nests and Tree Trimming Brochure now available
After the City of Redlands where I live had reports of nests being deliberately harmed during tree pruning -- which I wrote about in When to trim trees and protect nesting wildlife -- they agreed that education was needed. Good news - we now have a brochure available for residents and tree …
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When to Trim Trees and Protect Nesting Wildlife
Note: Click here for a brochure for So CA now available on this subject! I wasn't sure how to title this article -- as it's about best tree and shrub trimming practices. But it also stems from disturbing reports of commercial tree trimmers deliberately harming nests. I'll go with the more positive …
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Pruning Native Plants: Tips We’ve Found Useful
Our California native plants are hanging in for the winter -- undoubtedly hoping for some real winter rains. In the meantime, for many it's the time of year to do some pruning. There are exceptions (see below) but pruning in the winter months before new growth starts is often recommended. Here are …
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Pruning 101: Correct Palm Pruning
(Updated 10/19) There are major problems in the land of pruning, according to arborists certified by the internationally recognized organization, the International Society of Aboriculture (ISA). Many tree pruners remove excessive live parts only to be doing paid work, says San Bernardino …
Tree Care During Drought: Highlights from Forum
Water your trees and don’t overprune them. Those were two primary takeaways from ‘Tree Care During Drought Forum' held on Nov 12 in Redlands CA. The forum featured Dave Roger, a consultant urban forester who has worked with several Southern California cities. This includes Claremont CA which this …
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