Another unwelcome Phoenix palm
As I’ve explained, most tree problems were caused a long time ago when previous owners planted the wrong tree in...
A problem Washingtonia Palm
The Washingtonia palm, or Mexican Fan palm, is the tallest of the palm trees. (You know, the ones you...
Removing Phoenix Palms
I’m often contacted about removing Phoenix Palms. At one time Phoenix palm trees were very popular but these days...
Trim trees in late winter
Late winter is the best time to prune or trim deciduous trees and shrubs, while they’re dormant. (Deciduous? The...
Problem conifer
Sometimes a tree simply outgrows its location, because nobody realised how big it would become. That’s the problem our...
Time to trim shade trees
Shade trees are a practical way to beat summer heat. But they lose some of their charm in autumn and...
Trimming oak trees
Oak trees have a long life and they grow into a large, magnificent tree. Sometimes, the tree is too large...
Keep the kids playing
It’s no fun for kids playing around this playhouse, when there’s a Phoenix palm with dangerous spikes right beside it....
Landscaping the backyard
These clients weren’t sure what to do about landscaping the backyard, still untouched more than a year after moving into...
Hedge trimming: done!
Hedge trimming should ideally be done every six to twelve months. That way, there’s no need to remove too much...