Did you have problems getting areas of your grass to grow over the summer last year? Have you been struggling to keep up with the debris in your gutters? Here, you'll find a bit of information that can help you gain control of the trees on your property and prevent them from causing you any further grief.
Grass Growth Issues
If the grass isn't growing in the areas around your trees, the problem could be that the grass isn't getting enough sunlight. If the tree has thick greens, the sun will not shine through and the grass beneath it will die.
To increase the sun exposure on the ground below, you'll need to have the trees laced. Tree lacing is the process of carefully trimming and pruning the tree to remove some of the excess branches. When done properly, the tree will look like lace when you look up through it into the sun.
Note: Another issue could be that the soil doesn't contain enough nutrients to feed both the grass and the tree. Take a soil sample to your local nursery and have the sample tested. The professionals there will be able to provide you some advice on what needs to be done to ensure that both the tree and the grass will thrive.
Gutter Debris Problems
If your gutters are filling with debris too often, some of the trees closest to your home may need to be trimmed or cut down. Trees put the entire home at risk once they get to be too large. If you have very large trees that soar over the highest point of your home, make sure to have the tree inspected by a professional every year. This will help to catch any insect infestations or diseases that could cause the tree to die and fall into your home.
If you live in an area with lots of trees and you want to keep them, you can install guards on the gutters that'll prevent most of the debris from making its way into the gutter. Yes, you will have to keep the limbs trimmed so they don't overhang the house and cause moss to grow, but you won't have the struggles with the gutters that you typically would.
Reach out to a tree service company such as Joshua Tree & Landscape Co to find out what else you need to do to keep your trees healthy, your home safe, and your property looking beautiful.