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What is a Tree Surgeon?

Clear View • 8 November 2022

What is a Tree Surgeon?

Surprisingly, many people are not very clear on what a tree surgeon’s role involves or when they would need to call upon tree service professionals.

In short, tree surgeons climb trees for a living, assessing dangerous or diseased trees and removing unhealthy or obstructive branches in the process.

Despite the fact a large part of tree work involves removal, tree surgery is actually a job that involves nurturing trees to good health and providing services to promote tree conservation.

“A tree surgeon is a horticulturist maintenance engineer”.

Professional tree surgery company’s such as Clear View Tree and Hedge Services Limited specialise in tree and hedge care services and cultivation. Our highly trained tree surgeons use their knowledge and skills to assess the health of trees and conduct tree care services to restore health or maintain it.

Tree surgery involves a variety of techniques to care for and keep your trees healthy, such as pollarding, pruning, and stump removal to prevent the spread of disease. These techniques all form part of a tree maintenance plan, and help the landowner to maintain their tree duty of care.

When you have a tree or hedge that requires some attention, you may feel that you could complete this yourself to save on costs. For a simple pruning job, that might well be achievable. However, if the job is more than a simple prune or you are not sure how to achieve the result you would like without spoiling the tree, Clear View Tree and Hedge Services Limited would suggest you need the services of a professional tree surgeon.

When you are considering completing work yourself, it is important to remember that after cutting and trimming, a substantial amount of waste will be generated very quickly leaving you with a large pile of debris to deal with. This may leave you with the issue of waste removal, meaning several trips to a local tip or the prospect of a bonfire that may cause a significant nuisance to your neighbours.

Professional tree and hedge services such as Clear View Tree and Hedge Service Limited have the appropriate equipment and facilities to remove and process this waste i.e. turning it into woodchip or mulch which would eliminate this issue for you as the customer.

All staff at Clear View Tree and Hedge Service Limited are trained to British Standard 3998, as recommended for tree work. It’s important to always hire a trained and experienced professional.

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Tree care - How to care for young trees.

by Clear View • 25 September 2024

Caring for young trees is crucial to ensure they grow strong and healthy. Here are some essential tips: Watering: Young trees need consistent moisture. Water them deeply every week, ensuring the soil around the root ball stays moist but not waterlogged. Mulching: Apply a 2-4 inch layer of mulch around the base of the tree, keeping it a few inches away from the trunk. This helps retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Pruning: In the first year, only remove broken or dead branches. Pruning helps shape the tree and remove any competing branches. Fertilizing: Use a slow-release fertilizer to provide essential nutrients. Consult with Clear View Tree and Hedge Services to determine the best type and timing for your tree. Staking: Stake the tree only if necessary to keep it upright. Ensure the ties are loose enough to allow some movement, which helps strengthen the trunk. Weeding: Keep the area around the tree free of weeds and grass to reduce competition for nutrients and water. Protection: Use tree guards to protect young trees from animals and mechanical damage. Check and adjust the guards regularly. Following these steps will help your young trees thrive.

A large tree stump is being cut down in a backyard.

Why remove a tree stump?

24 April 2024

Leaving a tree stump in the ground following a tree removal, can cause a few different issues you may have not considered: Fungal Roots Tree stumps provide an ideal environment for fungal growth. When a tree is cut down or dies, the wood is left behind to decay, which creates a nutrient-rich environment for fungi to thrive. Whilst fungi plays an important role in the natural process of wood decomposition, if left untouched nearby other trees and wood, it can spread and cause decay and weakening of these otherwise healthy trees. Additionally, if the fungi on the tree stump is known to be harmful to humans or pets, such as certain types of poisonous mushrooms, it is important to keep them away from the tree stump to avoid any handling or consuming of the fungi. Safety Hazard If the stump remains following a tree removal, it will be sticking out of the ground, sometimes quite a bit above the ground. This could be a trip and fall hazard. Re-growth After a tree is cut down, suckering can start to happen. This is where the tree stump sends up new shoots or growth from the base of the trunk. These new shoots are called suckers and can grow quickly, often aggressively. Suckering is most common in trees that have been damaged or stressed, or in certain species that are prone to producing suckers. While suckering is a natural and healthy process for a tree, it can also be a nuisance if you’ve just had the tree cut down and another starts to grow in its place. They can also be unsightly and difficult to remove. Infestations If the tree that has been removed is a dead tree it becomes an attraction for pests, like ants, and beetles. These pests can easily spread, affecting the health and beauty of other trees in the garden. They can sometimes also spread into your home. Removing the tree stump will help prevent infestations of these pests. Aesthetics An obvious reason to remove a tree stump is because it can be an eyesore in an otherwise well-manicured landscape. Removing it can improve the overall appearance of your property. It also frees up space to create other features such as a driveway, patio decking or flower beds. If you decide that you want to remove your tree stump, Clear View Tree and Hedge Services have the expertise and equipment to do the job.