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Green Waste Recycling
If you’ve ever hired a Tree Surgeon to prune your trees or trim your hedges, or even if you’ve done these things yourself, you’ll have noticed that in no time at all a huge pile of green waste is...
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Planning for winter
Healthy looking beech tree I know we’ve not had much of a summer so far and to start talking about winter already seems to be just not far! But now is a good time to take a look at your trees to see...
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Hedge Trimming and Restoration
Beech hedge in need of a trim There are many species of tree that can be grown to make suitable hedges, but probably the most common ones we come across (in no particular order) are: Yew, Beech,...
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Fungi and Decay in Trees
An easily overlooked pathogen: Kretzschymaria deustra Fungi are one of the most amazing diverse organisms on the planet. They take many forms from slimes and toadstools to rusts and mildews. They can...
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Tree surgery terms explained
Once you have decided that your trees or shrubs need some attention, the next step is to contact a tree surgeon for advice on tree surgery and a quote. On arrival, the tree surgeon (or Arborists to...
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Back to school for the tree surgeons at Hatherop Castle
The Weeping Silver Lime As tree surgeons (or Arborists to give the correct term) we are often privileged to be asked to undertake some really interesting work. A particular example being at Hatherop...
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Training for Tree Surgeons
As the chainsaw is the main tool of our trade, training in this area is a legal obligation Have you ever wondered what training is required for someone to become a tree surgeon, or what skills are...
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Trees Risk and Responsibility
A fallen tree by a road Trees provide many benefits which are valued by society. They can screen eyesores, soften built form, cool and filter the air and reduce wind speeds. They provide shade, and...
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Plant Pest and Disease Management
Plants should be checked at the point of sale for pests such as Red Spider Mites, which consume the leaf surface Every day we leave our homes and rarely take the time to appreciate the incredible...
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The effects of floods and storms on trees
Floods can have a profound effect on trees. Photo Felix Clay. Floods and storms effect trees in many ways, their effect is greatly influenced by many factors such as wind speed, wind direction, rain...
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