Mulching Tips: Organic Landscaping with Woodchips Mulching is a great way to keep moisture in the soil. It is also beneficial because as it decomposes, it will be adding organic matter back into the ground. How high should I pile the mulch? 3"-4" of mulch is perfect. However, do not allow the mulch to build [...]
What Tree Should You Plant? Tree selection is one of the most important investment decisions a home owner makes when landscaping a new home or replacing a tree lost to damage or disease. Considering that most trees have the potential to outlive the people who plant them, the impact of this decision is one that [...]
Tree Removal Can Be Technical Large and small trees are best removed by a professional tree service. Parker Tree Service has proper equipment, formal training, and practical experience to dismantle trees safely. The goal is to create minimal impact on the landscape as possible and to avoid any form of property damage. Conventional tree removal [...]
Tree Pruning: Crown Cleaning, Thinning and Raising There are three aspects to consider when pruning a tree. Crown cleaning, thinning and raising. Crown Cleaning This technique is the selective removal of dead, diseased, broken, or weakly attached branches from a tree crown. The is the most common pruning technique for landscape trees. Crown Thinning Thinning [...]