It doesn't matter if you have a flowering garden with multiple trees and lush greenery or if you only have a few trees in your property, trees always need extra care. Watering weekly and hoping they stay green and lush is not enough.
If you want your trees to stay in their optimal shape, you need to follow good maintenance instructions and have a little time to do it. Fortunately, we can provide this guide for you.
Avoid damaging your trees
Sometimes you may want to do whatever you can to see your trees grow to the fullest. However, trees don't really have to depend on humans that much to grow, especially that humans might damage them while trying to care for them. For example, if you repeatedly park your car under your tree, they could be damaged because the car that has grown has been trampled, damaging the roots. If you want to do DIY projects around your trees, think again. Usually the roots of a tree grow three times as long as the branches of that tree. If the soil is damaged in any way, it can stunt its growth and lead to accidental damage. So make sure you don't damage your trees by simply letting them grow on their own.
Prune your trees
Proper pruning is one of the first steps to keeping your trees healthy and in tip-top shape. However, if you don't know how to properly prune your trees, you can damage them, which can lead to the spread of disease in your trees. Genesis Tree Service staff explain that they will see signs of poor pruning like jagged cuts, a tree that leans sharply to one side, a tree that blocks sunlight from another tree, or a tree that is up or up disproportionately difficult to see should the ground. If you notice these signs, you should either read up on tree pruning best practices or contact a professional service to do the pruning and pruning for you without harming the trees.
Protect the roots
In addition to not damaging the soil in which the roots grow, you need to constantly provide healthy soil for the tree roots to grow in. Healthy soil enables livelier and lush greenery. However, damaged or compacted soil prevents nutrients, water, and soil from reaching the tree roots. As a result, your trees won't get the necessary nutrients they need even if you try to feed them. You can prevent this from happening by protecting the roots and soil in the drip line. You can do this by not changing the soil quality or compacting the soil in this area.
Use mulch
As you probably already know, mulching is an excellent way to protect your trees. Not only does mulching help make the exterior of your home more attractive, it is also an easy method of protection. However, like pruning, improper mulching can lead to adverse effects. Improper mulching can damage the roots without you even knowing. Start mulching about 6 inches from the base, then add a 1 inch thick layer of mulch and increase the thickness to about 3 inches as you work your way to the drip line just below the tree canopy. You can make it 4 inches thick, but no more than that, as thick layers of mulch can invite rodents and disease to invade the area. Of course, do not make a mulch volcano, otherwise water can run off to the sides.
Watch your trees
A great way to know what your trees need is to watch them. Of course, you should leave your trees alone so they can grow on their own. However, you should also be aware of the changes that will occur in your tree in order to identify and treat signs of disease early on. Changes you may notice can range from stunted growth to discoloration. Compare the current condition of your trees and their healthy state. Also, make sure you get a guide on various tree diseases and how to deal with them. If you notice any signs of illness, consulting an arborist is the best course of action.
It is important that you give your garden trees the best possible care. Unless you want your garden to look pale and unattractive, all parts of your garden should be properly maintained. Knowing the right techniques for mulching, pruning, and protecting roots will keep your trees healthy and lush green for a long time.
