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Taking Care of Trees After a Wildfire

Living in Ontario means the chances are wildfire are quite lower than other places in the world. But, just like every other area, there will always be a chance that they can happen under the right conditions. This is especially true considering the situation we have been in this past month. When there is drought, dry conditions, and wind, this creates the perfect conditions for increased risk of fires happening. Just like any burn, there are varying degrees of severity based on intensity. Our team at Five Star Tree Services hopes that you never have to deal with a wildfire, but in case you do, we have some advice on proper measures to take and what you can do to treat a tree damaged by fire.

Recovery
A common question people ask after a fire happens is how they can help trees survive. The answer to this question depends on the damage type, fire duration, length of dehydration, and burn intensity. Additionally, you need to take into account the type of tree, its age, and the time of year it is.

For example, there are certain species of trees which have naturally adapted to fires. These include longleaf pine, ponderosa pine, and bur oak. They have developed a...

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Tree Care | By the Professionals

There are many benefits of trees: they provide fresh oxygen, provide shade, they create a beautiful aesthetic, they are home to animals - but if not maintained properly, trees can become damaged and can die. For this reason, our team at Five Star Tree Services has put together a recent blog post highlighting the benefits of hiring the professionals, especially when it comes to tree removal.

Click on the link below to check out this blog post. Or, if you are interested, contact our team at Five Star Tree Services to see how we can help properly maintain the trees on your property!

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The Anatomy of a Tree

Just like humans, even though small differences divide us, trees, like people, all have the same anatomy when it comes down to it. Each and every tree, no matter the species, has roots, a trunk, branches, and leaves. If you want to learn about every part of the average tree in detail, whether to better understand them for fun, gardening or tree maintenance, check out the information we here at Five Star have come up with below!

The Roots
Let’s start at the bottom and work our way up. To find the roots, you can locate them in the top 3 feet of the soil. Depending on the type of tree, these can go deeper and reach much further away from the tree. Most definitely reaching beyond the outside of the leaf radius, also known as the drip line. The roots can grow to 2-4x beyond this point in search of water below the surface. Roots are vital to the very survival of a tree. Without them, it wouldn’t be able to absorb nutrients from the soil or collect water. Not to mention it secures the tree in the ground, while also storing food for the winter.

The Trunk
There are 5 layers that comprise a tree trunk; the innermost layer is heartwood, then sapwood, cambium cell, inner bark, and finally, the outer...

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What is Opposite Branching?

Many people understand basic information about trees. Something most people are not familiar with is the term opposite branching. Trees grow their branches in two ways; alternate branching and opposite branching. To help you spot any issues, it's good to know and recognize these different growing patterns. We want to discuss opposite branching in more detail.

Opposite Branching

This is where branches grow directly opposite each other from the trunk of a tree. Shrubs can also have branches that grow in this manner. For trees, this is less common. Usually, trees grow with alternate branching.


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What To Do About Pine Tree Roots

Many home landscapes can be made better with evergreen pine trees. Since these are coniferous trees, they maintain their green appearance throughout the entire year, even in the winter. They also add wonderful texture, privacy, and smells to any yard. A lot of people tend to think about how tall and wide a tree will get, but they don’t stop to consider the depth a tree needs. This means considering how far and wide the root system is going to grow. Considering this is particularly important if you plan to plant a tree close to your house.

A standard safe distance to plant a tree by your house is 15 feet away. But this is not always possible, particularly if you bought a house with pre-existing trees. If the tree is still growing, you might need to consider how much more it’s going to grow and if it will impact your house or not, above and below ground. If you can see some roots that are growing close to your house, you might be wondering if you can cut them or not. Our team at Five Star Tree Services is going to go over the impact tree roots can have on the foundation of your home and if you should cut them.

Pine Root Spread
Have you ever stopped to wonder how far the roots of your tree are spread beneath the ground? Depending on the tree species, its roots are able to...

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Techniques For Tree Topping & Pollarding

One of the most common tree maintenance services is commonly known as "pruning". You might be curious as to why you have to prune your trees when they grow completely ok in the forest, however. This is because they get natural pruning from being so close together. Whereas trees in our yards need more care because they aren’t as close together. Keeping up with your tree maintenance helps them to keep their structural integrity while making them look more aesthetically pleasing. When pruning a tree, the proper techniques are extremely necessary otherwise you risk damaging or killing your tree. Our team at Five Star Tree Services is going to discuss the two main types of tree pruning which are topping and pollarding.

Topping
Just like it sounds, this technique involves removing the entire top half of the tree. When this is done, branches and trunks are removed from the top of the tree. Stubs and lateral branches can be left as long as they are too weak or small and will not assume the role of a principal branch. A lot of different tree species do not respond well to this pruning technique. In most cases, after it has been performed, the tree will die or be left severely damaged. There is a common misconception that topping helps the tree get more sunlight. However, this is not actually true for most trees. Sun scalding can happen when a tree is overexposed to sunlight and will...

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What to Know About Tree Removal | Five Star Tree Services

When it comes to tree removal, fully grown trees can be very complex to remove safely. For this reason, our team at Five Star Tree Services only recommends having a professional, trained, and experienced arborist perform a removal.

When a tree is to be taken down, it's important to have all of the right equipment needed to effectively take it down without incurring any damage to the property or personal injuries. The tree fall location also needs to be planned by a professional and where to stand is important so that you don't have anything hit you.

How We Can Help
If you need a tree to be removed from your property, our team at Five Star Tree Services would be happy to provide you with our services.

Contact our team for a quote today.

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Why Taking Preventative Measures is Advantageous

It's important to maintain your trees, as this can save you time, money, stress, and lengthen the life of your tree. Being proactive is the best thing for your tree, you don’t want to wait until something bad happens, as sometimes this can be prevented. Waiting for something bad to happen can end up costing you more money, time, and stress that could have been avoided. Ignoring warning signs can put you, your tree, and your property at serious risk. Don’t wait until it’s too late, take action. We want to go over why taking preventative measures is advantageous and how it benefits you and your tree.

A lot of people don’t have tree maintenance as their first priority. They are under the belief that if a tree appears ok to them, it must be ok overall. However, if you aren't careful, problems can occur that you weren't expecting.



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Shaded Trees Are Amazing!

Our team at Five Star Tree Services wants to showcase to you all the benefits that shaded trees offer to us! Have you every walked around your neighbourhood on a hot day and been thankful for the shade that the trees have provided? Shaded trees can bring us protection from the hot sun and provide us with a shaded spot to cool off in.

If you have a shaded tree or you are interested in planting one on your property, our team has come up with a few tree care tips for you to follow. Check out the blog link below to learn more!

🌳 Read More: https://www.fivestartreecare.ca/blog/the-benefits-of-shade-trees/
📞 Phone: (416) 990-3355
📬 Email: [email protected]
📍 Location: 156 Duncan Rd, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 6J8

Beautiful Indoor Tree Types

You may have owned plants that resided within your home, but what about trees? Some people might wonder why on Earth someone would bring a tree into their house, but this is because people often assume trees as being huge obstructions that couldn't possibly fit inside a home. This is the farthest thing from the truth, as there are many small/mini trees that can make your home look beautiful. If you want to freshen up your home with magnificent greenery, our team at Five Star Tree Services is going to go over what the best indoor trees are.

Dragon Tree
You may have also heard of this tree as Dracaena Marginata. In terms of tree care, it is extremely easy to keep up with, especially when it comes to overall maintenance and growth. So, if you are someone who is busy and not home too often, this is the perfect tree for you! It can grow to be 6 feet tall and is able to go without being watered for long periods of time. The only downside to this tree is that it has poisonous leaves and should not be in a home with animals that could eat them.

Ponytail Palm
This is a type of succulent tree and is another tree that is easy to care for. It likes bright light and can go outside during the summer...

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