As homeowners, one of your responsibilities is to ensure the health and safety of the trees on your property. Trees not only enhance the beauty of your surroundings but also contribute to the overall value of your homes. Let’s explore how to determine if your trees are both healthy and safe. Key Questions: Safety and […]
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When it comes to tree care and maintenance, it’s crucial to hire professionals who prioritize the health and longevity of your trees. Unfortunately, some cheap tree services cut corners, resorting to harmful practices that can cause more harm than good. In this blog, we will explore one particularly hazardous technique employed by unscrupulous service providers:
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We are surrounded by the beauty of nature in our low country – with trees and landscape that exists in very few other places in the world. Keeping our trees healthy during naturally occurring events such as hurricanes or the after effects of hurricanes is a challenge. The #1 thing a homeowner can do to
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Many gardeners refer to composting material as “Gardeners Gold” or “Black Gold.” There are so many benefits to composting and nothing better you can do for your soil. If you’re ready to turn your trash into treasure, you can create a successful composting project in just about any setting, from outdoor piles in your backyard
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Composting is nature’s way of recycling. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), yard waste and food scraps make up over 28% of what we throw away. These materials should be composted instead. If you aren’t familiar with composting, it’s the natural process in which organic materials are broken down to create a nutrient-rich soil
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Landscaping your yard might be one of your most satisfying activities as a homeowner. And, if you do it right, your efforts can add significant value to your home. But, as the seasons change, are you supposed to do something different? In fact, you are. There’s a lot to remember about seasonal tree care, so
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Planning a new home build or commercial space? Part of the investment is the trees that are part of the property. Prior planning will save your trees and could save thousands of dollars. https://vimeo.com/1000525910/eae06980a8 Hi. I’m Todd Stevenson. I’m a certified arborist. Today I’m evaluating a tree to plan for future construction. It’s very common
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One of the oldest trees in South Carolina is located in historic Conway, SC. The tree has become root bound due to road and sidewalk construction. Total Tree and Lake Care has taken the tree under it’s care to try to save it. Follow the progress… https://vimeo.com/1000525887/40169b225a Hello. It’s Todd, with Total Tree Care, here
The soil surrounding your woody plants – trees and shrubs – is important to the health of your plantings. Listen as Todd Stephenson, Certified Arborist, teaches the value of great soil. https://vimeo.com/1000525871/ff3f14d844
Trees need room for their roots to spread. They need to be anchored from strong winds, a factor in our area. Tree Bound, Todd Stephenson, Certified Arborist, talks about the ramifications of planting trees in small bound places. Hello. It’s Todd again, with Total Tree Care. One of the things as a certified arborist that
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