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Mature trees offer many valuable benefits to personal and commercial property with their vibrant greenery. Sometimes we take mature trees for granted, however, since they need very little help from us to maintain their health. Severe weather such as drought, ice and snow, thunderstorms, and strong winds can affect the health and strength of our …
With spring around the corner, it is time to start thinking about what we can do to prepare our trees for a healthy growing season. Just like our lawns and gardens, trees need care and maintenance to grow and flourish. There are a number of steps you can take to get your trees ready for …
Whether you are landscaping mature trees or new saplings, basic tree care understanding is of huge importance. At Capitol Tree Care in Austin, TX we want to arm you with all the knowledge you need to care for your trees, including the knowledge of when you can do it yourself and when you need to …
Trees bring a host of benefits to our yards and property with their beautiful foliage and unique aesthetic. During the winter season our trees get a chance to relax and rest for a while. This dormant season is a time for them to conserve energy and prepare for the active growing season of spring. Sometimes …
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Capitol Tree Care takes pride in being locally owned by an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist. Gaining this certification requires several steps and is reserved for experienced, knowledgeable professionals in the industry. Our owner and Certified Austin Arborist, James Burtchell, has invested years of his life to learning everything he can about arboriculture …
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Some limb breakage is inevitable during storms and extreme weather, including snow and ice storms, but pruning is an important precaution homeowners and business owners can take to protect their property values from damage caused by falling tree limbs during winter storms. Since climbing up into a tree and pruning branches can pose a threat …
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Watering your trees in Texas is extremely important. Trees may look docile and relatively inactive above ground, but beneath the surface they are constantly fighting to grow their roots and gather up the nutrients they need to survive. No matter what time of year, watering is incredibly important. However, different seasons create different watering needs. …