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…
Read MoreLion-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…
Read MoreBatten 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!
Read MoreWatering Service – Help your trees through the drought
As much as we love the sun and heat, the trees are suffering from the lack of rain. Take advantage of Logan Tree Expert’s watering service to help new plantings or mature trees make it through the drought. Contact us today to learn more – phone 705.657.6916 or email [email protected]
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Read MoreSpring 2012 Leaf-let Newsletter: ReLeaf Tree Health Care Program
To view the full version click here -> The Leaflet spring 2012 If 2011 taught us anything it’s that weather is unpredictable! We saw some extreme weather and lost some beautiful trees at our homes and in our neighborhoods. This reminds us that it is very important to keep our trees healthy with regular maintenance…
Read MoreStorm 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…
Read MoreThe 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…
Read MoreRecent 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…
Read MoreLTE 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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