The Consequences of Changing Grade

Altering the soil level or changing the grade around trees can have negative consequences. This oak tree blew over in a recent storm and is an example of damage caused to the roots by raising the grade. When the soil is raised the tree’s absorbent roots are no longer at the surface of the soil…

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Lion-tailing- Why it’s wrong and how to fix it

What is it?  The over-pruning of a tree by removing the majority of the interior branches leaving only the terminal leaves (like the tuff of the lion’s tail.) Why is it wrong? reduces the trees food supply by removing a large percentage of the leaves used for photosynthesis the over pruning  causes a stress reaction…

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Batten down the hatches!

Let’s hope that Hurricane Sandy leaves us without damaging any of our homes and trees. However, if you do require emergency assistance, Logan Tree Experts specializes in storm damage and high risk, danger tree removals. Call us at 705-657-6916. Stay safe!

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Storm Damage Removal using a Crane

Logan Tree Experts utilized a crane recently to assist with the safe and efficient removal of a storm damaged oak tree that was overhanging a house in Peterborough. Safety is number one not only for our employees but also our clients and their property.  The crane allows the arborist to access the compromised tree without…

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The Future of our Ash Trees

We are all concerned about the health of our Ash trees, and for good reason, as the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) surrounds the Kawartha region. Thankfully there have not been any confirmed cases of EAB in the city or surrounding region, however we must keep an eye out for it. Click here to view a…

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Recent rain a relief for the trees

Yesterday’s rain was a welcome break from the hot, dry weather we have been experiencing. Droughts cause a lot of stress on trees leaving them more vulnerable to pests and diseases. An example of this are the juniper trees like this one located just outside of Young’s Point. The bright orange you see are the fruiting bodies…

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LTE volunteer time to prune Lakefield trees

The Logan Tree Experts were busy pruning the Ash trees along Water Street in Lakefield last week. Owner/operator Matt Logan helped plant these trees when he was a student employee at the Village of Lakefield during high school more than 15 years ago. The ash trees had never been pruned for structure and therefore were…

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