Lethal Bronzing is a disease that has been spreading throughout the Sarasota area, killing even the hardest and established palm trees. While Lethal Bronzing cannot be cured, it can be prevented and controlled from spreading. Contact the certified arborists at GreenEdge today to learn how we can protect your palms from Lethal Bronzing. What Is […]
If you want to give your property a tropical feel, you may decide to plant palm trees. These are highly popular ornamental plants, especially in areas like Sarasota and the suncoast islands were homeowners can grow nearly every kind of palm without too much trouble from the cold in winter. Seeing them flourishing in your […]
No other type of tree can rival the dramatic aesthetic impact on a landscape like palm trees.Creating a beautiful tropical paradise at our homes is only possible with healthy, well-maintained palm trees, and as Sarasota residents, we are blessed with a climate that can grow almost any species of Palm, however, our climate is not […]
The average life of a tree in a typical landscape is only 8 years due to poor design and planting techniques.Size is a primary consideration in tree selection. Trees should fit in the available growing space without pruning. This is of primary concern under utility lines as the utility has the right-of-way.Because large trees give […]
A myth is a widely held but false belief or idea. Myths tend to form to fill information gaps; and over time can even develop into an idea that seems to make common sense. Urban, utility and landscape tree care, collectively known as Arboriculture has its own set of myths, misconceptions, misunderstandings, and half-truths, which […]
Reality: There is a high probability that the roots and tree will not survive long term at all! If the roots survive at all, they will grow upward, often breaking sidewalks, driveways and causing lawn problems. If a decision is made to cut these surface roots, this may causes the tree more injury. Instead, place […]
Reality: Removing living branches takes food in the form of photosynthates from the tree. Twigs, branches, and trunks of trees have billions of living cells that store energy reserves, usually as starch or oils. As leaves, twigs, and branches die, these reserves “move” back into the remaining living cells in branches and the trunk. If […]
Reality: Bracing trees tightly is not necessary. Many new trees will do just fine on their own without strong and tightly held bracing. In fact, the movement will help new trees develop strong root systems and more solid trunk girth. New trees in new areas and open areas may require staking early in their lives. […]
Reality: Mulch is too thick when a tree root starts growing into it. The right amount of mulch is very beneficial for trees. Mulch helps a tree by keeping the soil moist, protecting soil from getting too hot, and as the mulch decomposes over time it will add organic matter, improving the soil quality. However […]
