Here are a few suggestions for caring for your trees before and after a summer storm here in Maryland!
Windy thunderstorms usually leave broken tree branches in streets and yards. When winds are strong, like during tornadoes that hit some parts of the country, trees can be uprooted entirely. Severe storms are becoming much more frequent as the Maryland climate changes, but if you plan ahead and maintain your property’s trees, you can reduce the risk of any tree damage. Here are a few suggestions for caring for your trees before and after a summer storm here in Maryland!
Keep All Your Trees Healthy
If trees are diseased or stressed, they’re a lot more likely to fail in high winds. Two easy ways to help trees thrive are by watering them properly and spreading mulch over the tree roots.
Have Big Trees Professionally Inspected
If you have mature shade trees with big, heavy branches, it’s crucial to have them inspected every couple of years by a trained and certified team of arborists. An arborist could spot obvious weaknesses, like decay or cracks, as well as pest and disease issues that may lead to weaknesses down the road. Repeat inspections every three to five years because trees do change as time passes.
Invest in Tree Pruning
A professional is very likely to recommend pruning to remove hazardous or weak branches and balance a tree’s overall weight so it stands up better to heavy and intense winds. Pruning does not guarantee that a tree will not be harmed, but it could greatly reduce the overall risk that branches will fail.
Be Prepared for the Next Storm
If you establish a relationship with tree-care firms when the skies are blue, it might help you after a big storm hits. Firms that are overrun with orders to remove fallen and broken branches usually respond first to existing customers. Do not wait for an emergency to find a good company with trained workers. To find a certified arborist, look no further than Harford Tree!
Water Trees When It’s Dry
Make sure your large trees have plenty of water in the soil around their roots to stay strong and healthy. A tree that’s got enough water will be even healthier and a lot less stressed, which will make it more resilient during a storm. Newly planted trees do not have established roots, so give them additional help by watering them regularly, at least every week for around ten days for two whole years, regardless of the weather.
Tree Care and Maintenance from Harford Tree
Ready to have the beautiful yard you have always dreamed of? Harford Tree Experts & Landscaping, Inc has been in the business for decades, providing customers with quality work and quick responses all at the right price. We service the areas of Harford County, Baltimore County, and Baltimore City areas including Bel Air, Fallston, Perry Hall, Towson, Essex, Parkville, White Marsh and Middle River.
For service during business hours, reach out to us or give us a call at 410-592-7321. We offer 24/7 emergency service as well, just give us a call at 443-250-6649. For updates about our business and more informative tips, follow us on Facebook and Twitter.