It depends on the region, but in general the best time to water your trees is sometime between mid-March to early May. In other words, early springtime. Of course, if the dirt around your trees is already moist from melted snow or rainfall, then there is no need to water. On the other hand, if you notice that the soil around your tree is dry and powdery, your tree may be thirsty.

Try to plan to water your trees after the ground thaws and before temperatures start to become consistently warmer. This way you will be able to help along a tree’s growing process before the new sprouts of growth even begin to show.

Of course, a newly planted tree will need a lot of water as compared to a fully matured tree that only needs occasional supplemental water. New tree additions to your landscaping will require about 20 gallons of water per week. Mature trees, however, require much less. You should only water a mature tree every one to two months.

Check the soil. Our rule-of-thumb at VanCuren is that you should water your tree if the soil is still dry 4-6 inches deep, no matter the age of the tree.

If you are able, the optimal time to water a tree is in the morning. When you water your trees in the morning you are providing a reserve of water that the tree can drink from throughout the heat of the day. It also allows leaves to dry during the day, which helps prevent the growth of fungi or other diseases.

Have more questions about watering your trees to prepare for spring? The expert Cleveland arborist at VanCuren are ready to offer help and advice to the Cleveland area. Also keep us in mind for any other tree services you may need including: tree removal or tree trimming and pruning.

Depending on the type of tree you are looking to plant, you have to pay attention to how big and tall the tree is expected to grow. This will indicate how close you can plant the tree to your home, driveway, electric lines, sewage pipes, and other structures on, or around your property. Our tree experts at VanCuren using the rule of thumb that the bigger and taller your tree is expected to grow, the farther away it should be planted from the aforementioned list. Large and medium trees should be planted at least 10 feet from structure, while small trees should be planted at least two feet away from structures.

If you do not plant the tree deep enough in the ground, that is when you will start to see the roots creep up to the surface and cause issues. Most tree’s roots only lie two feet into the ground. Consult or call a professional arborist to make sure that you have taken into account factors like drip line and tree root flare for the optimal depth of tree planting.

For these reasons it is best that you pick a preferred location to plant your tree first rather than choosing the kind of tree you want.

Overall, the best way to make sure you are protecting your tree’s roots is to find a local tree servicing company. This way, they will already know all about the local conditions and preferred tree species for this climate. Give VanCuren a call today to get started with any projects you may have in the Cleveland area like: tree removal, tree planting, tree trimming, and more!

Be prepared by getting your trees inspected early on. If you notice any of the following issues, consider consulting a Cleveland Heights tree removal company. An arborist will check to confirm if any of the trees on your property are weak, old, or are already dead and ready for removal. However, even the strongest trees are susceptible to breakage and damage under certain heavy weather conditions.

Windstorms and rainstorms are the most common causes of tree damage. A downpour or flooding on your property can carry away the sediment to expose the tree’s root system. If this occurs and a tree’s anchoring root system lacks sediment to grip onto, the tree could topple. Alternatively, heavy ice and snowfall tend to add a lot of extra weight to tree branches and may split or break boughs. After a storm passes, check the trees around your property for damage or indications of tree abnormalities such as: exposed roots, splintering, splitting, several broken or fallen branches, or a snapped tree.

It is not uncommon to see large branches spread across the yard or part of a tree toppled or leaning on electrical wires after a heavy storm. While the newly separated pieces that caused visible damage are the priority, the rest of the tree may still need to be removed. Although it is okay for trees to lose a few branches, there are certain situations where missing more than a few can lead to rapid decline.

If you notice any of these issues after a storm has calmed, consider a consultation from a tree removal company. Our team at VanCuren Tree Care is fully trained to evaluate and make a recommendation on removal of any dangerous trees around your Cleveland Heights home.