Spring Tree Care Tips: Expert Arborists’ Guide to Tree Maintenance
Ah, spring in New Zealand! The tūī are singing, the days are warming up, and your trees… well, they’re about to throw a bit of a growth party. While it’s great to see fresh green leaves and blossoms appearing, this season can also be hard work for your trees, and that’s where good tree care and tree maintenance is important.
At Beaver Tree Service, we’ve spent years helping Kiwis look after their trees, and spring is one of the busiest times of the year for any arborist. Here’s our expert guide to keeping your trees healthy, happy, and looking fantastic as we head into the warmer months.
Why Spring Tree Care Matters
After a long winter, your trees are gearing up for a growth surge. All that new foliage, flowering, and fruit production demands energy, and without the right care, trees can quickly become stressed or unhealthy. Spring is also the perfect time to spot issues like dead branches, pest infestations, or diseases before they get out of hand.
Think of it like a Warrant of Fitness for your trees: a little attention now can save you a lot of trouble later.
- Pruning and Trimming: A Spring Clean for Your Trees
If your trees are starting to look a bit wild, now’s the time to give them a tidy-up. Proper pruning isn’t just about making them look neat, it’s essential tree maintenance that encourages healthy growth and reduces the risk of branches breaking in strong winds.
A few things to keep in mind:
- Remove deadwood: Dead or damaged branches can invite pests and disease.
- Shape wisely: Over-pruning can stress a tree. Less is often more.
- Call an arborist: Climbing ladders with a chainsaw might sound adventurous, but trust us, it’s best left to the professionals with the right gear and training.
- Feeding and Mulching: Give Your Trees a Boost
After a winter’s nap, your trees need a little extra nutrition to power their spring growth spurt. Applying the right fertiliser can improve leaf colour, flowering, and overall health.
Adding a layer of mulch around the base of your trees is another easy win. Mulch helps keep the soil moist, protects roots, and reduces weeds, just don’t pile it up against the trunk like a volcano (we see this a lot, trees don’t like neck warmers). Did you know Beaver Tree Service sells mulch? Contact us today to find out more.
- Pest and Disease Checks: Early Detection Saves Trees
Warmer weather brings more than just sunshine; it also invites a few unwelcome guests. From psyllids on feijoas to scale insects on citrus, pests can quickly damage your trees if left unchecked.
An experienced arborist knows what to look for and how to treat problems before they spread. Regular inspections can be one of the best investments you can make in long-term tree care.
- Safety First: Spotting Risky Trees
Spring is also a great time to assess the safety of your trees. If you’ve got large branches hanging over your home, powerlines, or driveways, it might be time for some professional tree maintenance.
Our team specialises in safely removing hazardous branches and managing tricky jobs in tight space, all while keeping you, your property, your neighbours, and ourselves safe.
Call in the Experts
At Beaver Tree Service, we’re passionate about helping Kiwis keep their trees healthy, safe, and beautiful. Whether you need pruning, trimming, pest management, or just some advice on the best care for your residential jungle, our qualified arborists are here to help.
Spring is nature’s reset button, the perfect time to give your trees the attention they deserve. A little proactive tree care now will mean stronger, healthier, and better-looking trees all year round.
Final Tip: Don’t Wait Too Long!
Spring has a habit of racing by, and before you know it, summer storms and heavy growth will be here. Book your spring tree maintenance early and let’s get your trees sorted before they get too enthusiastic about growing in all the wrong directions.
Give us a call at Beaver Tree Service, and let’s make this your trees’ best spring yet.
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