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Information
Annual Turf
Fertilization Program
Now
is the time to start your lawn care program so your
turf can reach its full potential. We are now
scheduling for the first application of 2011. A
customized plan of fertilization/weed
control/pre-emergent will feed your lawn and aid in
keeping unsightly weeds from germinating with the
first warm days of spring. Our Annual Program
consists of six (6) applications timed to promote a
healthy turf.
Tree Removal - Call Before They Fall......
Trees near your home
are not only dangerous, they can be a problem for
your home and landscaping. Strong winds storms
during the year can bring a
tree or large limb down with no warning. Limbs
overhanging your roof line provide accumulation of
leaves and debris in crevices and gutters, and can
provide access for animals to your attic.
Reasons for Tree
Removal
There are many reasons for
tree removal. What many property owners do not know
is that trees generally have a life expectancy, just
like all other living things. Many trees that are
found in our neighborhoods are only meant to live
for about 15-20 years, and after this, the trees
basically start to deteriorate. Some trees simply
will not grow as many leaves, while others will
simply blow over in a strong wind, if they are
covered in snow or drenched in rain. An aging tree
is one of the most common reasons that property
owners call tree service companies.
Another really common reason that people will call
for tree removal is disease. There are a lot of
different diseases and insects that will literally
eat away at your trees. Many times, property owners
do not even notice the problem until it is too late
to save the tree, in which case they call for tree
removal services.
The other really common reason that people consider
tree removal is because they are changing their
landscape. In some areas, people request tree
removal because they are trying to limit the amount
of watering that they have to do or are having
difficulty growing turf in the shaded areas; in
other cases, property owners simply want to change
the landscape outside their home or business.
Pine Beetle Infestation
Pine
beetles are unfortunately very common and very
destructive. They can infest living pines, kill them
quickly, and move to infect surrounding pine trees.
If you see any evidence of pine beetle activity you
should take immediate and decisive action. Evidence
includes sap or a brown sugar-like substance oozing
from bark crevices, or saw dust around the base of
the pine tree. After it is established that your
tree has pine beetles, it should be cut and removed
immediately - before the pine beetle infestation can
move to adjacent trees. There is no known treatment
for eliminating an infestation. We can assess
whether or not the tree contains pine beetles and
make a recommendation for remediation. There is no
charge for the inspection.
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ADVANTAGES
OF MULCH INSTALLATION
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Mulch contributes to the beauty of the landscape.
The contrasting color of the mulch compared to the
plants contributes to a natural yet neat appearance.
The vivid color of the mulch will hold fast
throughout the year enduring seasonal changes and
the weather. |
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Erosion control is an important function of mulch,
thereby providing more longevity over pine straw.
Erosion can be a concern especially in sloping or
bare areas that are exposed to heavy rains. Pine
straw breaks downs, allowing bare spots, especially
on hills and around tree rings. Mulch withstands
weather conditions to stay where installed,
therefore allowing more time between the need for
additional mulch installation. |
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Mulch suppresses weeds. A layer of mulch prevents
sunlight from reaching the soil, thereby reducing
the incidence of weeds. Mulch will not prevent all
weed seeds from sprouting, but does deter most
annual weed seedlings from coming through. |
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Mulch prevents soil and
possible fungi from splashing onto foliage, thus
reducing the likelihood of soil-borne diseases.
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Mulch helps
to keep moisture in the soil. Mulch acts as a
barrier which slows the water down before it hits
the soil. This way the water has a chance to soak
into the soil gradually. |
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The insulating value of mulches helps keep the soil
cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.
Better growth of your plants throughout the growing
season will occur if excessive fluctuations in soil
temperature can be reduced. |
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Mulch
enriches the soil as it decays, forming a rich, and
dark, organic material called humus. Humus provides
nutrients to the soil thereby enhancing soil
fertility. It also improves the soil structure of
our clay soils (i.e., it loosens up tight clay
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Mulch provides significant benefits to landscape
plants by providing a physical barrier around tree
trunks and shrubs, which eliminates the possible
damage from
lawn mowers
and weed trimmers. |
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Mulch is a natural insect repellent, reducing the
infestation of fleas, ticks, and other insects.
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PO Box 90093
Raleigh, NC 27675
919/954-2244
arborlawninc.com
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