An arborist is a professional in arboriculture which is the management of any given tree, shrub, and vines. Arborists' main aim is taking care of trees' general health and ensuring the tree is safe

Tree removal depends on several factors like the health of the tree, landscape, and the purpose at which you are pruning the tree. Arborists' advice that the best time to prune a tree is the late winter and early spring. However not all trees do well after pruning in those seasons. However not all trees do well after pruning in those seasons. Let's look at examples of different trees and their pruning guidelines: -

Evergreen trees 

Conifers like pine, cedar, and eucalyptus fall under this category and they require little pruning. Late winter is the best time to prune, though removal of dead branches can be done at any time of the year.

Deciduous trees

These are trees characterized by shedding all their leaves at a certain period of the year which is February through March. Examples of these trees are oak and elm. The clear view of trees at this time makes pruning much easier.

Evergreen shrubs

New growth of shrubs like hemlock and the round form Arborvitae begins in mid-April, pruning earlier in late March and early April will reduce risks of injuries in the winter.

Deciduous shrubs

Different shrubs flower in different seasons. Spring flowering plants like lilac should be pruned after the flowers have bloomed. Others like the snowberry should be pruned in early spring before the buds break.

Good Growth

Getting rid of unwanted branches promotes new growth. You can prune to either promote or surpass unnecessary growth.

Health

By pruning dying branches or branches that have been infested by insects prevent the spread to other healthy branches which promotes the overall health of the plant.

Safety

Overgrown and overhanging branches on big trees can be a risk to humans. Ensuring that the branches are pruned earlier guarantees safety. In some smaller plants, pruning reduces the risk of damaging the surrounding foliage.

To enhance the general appearance of the tree- A well-maintained tree has a positive impression.

 Arborists say topping is bad as it removes all the trees' sources of food and wounds are easily prone to diseases and decay, which is bad for the plant. Topping is good for power companies as there is no interference with electricity cables. Some people have argued out that it is good because the tree cannot come down during a storm which makes them feel safer.

This is the process of cutting down a tree.

Newly planted trees should be applied in minimal amounts to avoid the burning of leaves and roots. For the rapidly growing trees, applying fertilizer at least 2 times a year is good as at this phase it requires the nutrients for faster growth. For the matured trees, there is no need to fertilize the soil since the tree has gotten to its growth level. You can get a test to determine the PH of the soil around the tree so you can easily be able to determine the amount of fertilizer to apply. 

You do not want budget surprises for your project. To avoid that, you should put into considerations the following determinants of the cost of removing a tree:

• Height and size of the tree-The The bigger the tree, the more the charges.
• Location of the Work-Depending on where the work is to be done, charges can be different. Some projects also require road closures for the project to be done and that a permit can come in handy.
• How safe the project will be-Mature trees weigh quite a ton, which makes it a dangerous task to perform and hence attracting more charges.
• Resources to get the job done-A project can either need a few or a large crew to get the work done. A larger crew means that you will have to dig deeper into your pockets.

This is the process of removing the part of the tree that is left on the ground after cutting it down. 

Stump grinding is removing what is left of the tree below the surface of the ground. And yes! You need the service if you need to use the area where the tree stood. 

The size of the tree determines the cost, a small tree removal price ranges at $100-$500.For the medium-sized trees, the cost can range from $200-$10000, and for the large trees, the charge is $400-$1400. After cutting down a tree and after the trunk has been removed, it is reduced in size and the process will be charged.

When hiring a tree service, ensure they are ISA certified arborists and ensure that you are working with professionals. Reviews from other people who have worked with Scarborough, what type of equipment they will be using, and let them explain to youways they are going to use to minimize the damage of your yard and how long the whole process will take.

Yes!

• First, before planting a tree consider the environment it will grow in and the type of soil so that you get to choose the best trees that can do well in the environment
• Watering - Newly planted trees will need to be watered regularly and a wind barrier put in place to avoid the young plants from being carried away by the wind.
• Removing Suckers-Overgrown branches can cause stress to the tree, remove unwanted branches for a healthy tree.
• Animals interference can shorten the lifespan of your tree. A barrier surrounding the tree can prevent the tree from being damaged by animals.

Before removing a tree, check out the area first to confirm that no risks will be encountered. Firstly, you will need to mark out the area to protect children from going to play around that area. Also, ensure there are no overhanging branches on power lines and ensure that before cutting down the tree that you have the necessary safety equipment like goggles.

Pruning in the late winter and early spring is the best.

Firstly, you need to determine what is causing the death of your plant. Look out for signs that might be killing your tree like decays and cracked branches. Once you have identified the cause, you can seek help from an arborist.

Yes!

It is one of the best seasons to bring down your tree especially for the leafless one. Leafless trees will also reduce damage to your yard.

Yes.

You will need a permit for Big trees with a diameter of 8 inches and more before cutting down a tree. Property owners seeking to destroy 30% of a tree, need to get permits to do so. Failure to adhering to that attracts penalties.