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“For over 14 years, I have entrusted the care of my trees, plants and orchard to SavATree. Their highly qualified arborists have exacting standards and understand how to maintain the health and form of the various species of trees on my property. I admire the artistic skill that goes into the pruning and love the colorful blossoms, fruits and foliage that flourish as a result of their impeccable care.”
Martha Stewart
Katonah, NY
“Let me say that Vassar's association with SavATree has been very positive and we are achieving great success in managing our campus trees in terms of safety and aesthetics. And our insurance carrier is quite pleased with this effort. Vassar is pleased with SavATree and the work being performed on campus.”
Jeffrey C. Horst, Vassar College
Poughkeepsie, NY
“Your tree crew (a father and two sons) just finished removing two trees, and pruning another on my property. They were extremely neat and professional, making sure that everything was they way they found it. I could not be more satisfied. I definitely plan on using your company for any future tree work on my property, and will also heartily recommend you to anyone I know needing your services.”
J. Andersen
Danbury, CT
“Efficient, high quality, professional competence — all at a competitive sum. At first [Alison] Pottage won me over by her solid knowledge as an arborist, then the crew did their job to her specifications on our 60 to 70 foot oaks within a remarkable period of time -- and left the grounds quite clean.”
Bob Busser
Philadelphia, PA
Click here to read all testimonials“You take on a job, call it a problem, gigantic or small, and you go to it. True Professionals. I am at peace for having found SavATree. Sometimes bills are paid grudgingly. I pay with respect to a company whose pride lives up to its logo. It’s love of what you do and I thank you.”
Sam Fink
Great Neck, NY
Recuperating from the Harsh Effects
of Winter
Once the snow and ice have finally melted, the harsh effects of Old Man Winter has had on our trees is clearly visible as s the fact that your trees are in need of some TLC. While most plants do have natural healing systems that will help them overcome the stress caused by winter, an extremely harsh winter may warrant professional care.
Winter injury to trees and shrubs occurs in four different forms: windburn, cold injury, physical injury and salt damage.
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Windburn
When severe, cold and dry wind blows over the leaves or needles, it evaporates the moisture inside them and the tissue takes on a brownish appearance. Thorough watering in the late fall and the application of antidessicants and/or burlap wind barriers can help to prevent this type of injury.
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Cold Injury
Extremely cold temperatures cause the moisture inside of the leaf tissue to freeze which in turn causes cells to rupture. In addition, if the tree doesn’t have enough insulation delicate surface roots can freeze and become damaged. In turn, the roots are no longer able to transport necessary nutrients and moisture from the soil.
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Physical Damage
Severe wind, snow or ice commonly cause stressed or already weak branches to break.
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Salt Damage
Salt (sodium chloride) can damage if two ways. First, foliage can come in contact with salt through spray or when snow plows push salty snow or slush onto the needles or leaves of plants. Second, large concentrations of salt in the soil will cause a similar effect on the delicate hair roots below the surface. A similar phenomenon occurs to trees and shrubs planted adjacent to salt water.
If you suspect that your trees and/or shrubs are suffering from winter stress or injury, water them thoroughly (particularly if you suspect salt buildup in the soil) and prune away any dead or broken branches. If the shape of the plant has been compromised, you may consider a rejuvenation pruning of the entire plant. To really boost and rejuvenate your trees and shrubs, treat with a low nitrogen type fertilizer, such as ArborKelp®, SavATree’s exclusive formula designed to promote root growth and heighten stress tolerance.
If you are not sure about the condition of your trees, call or click to contact your arborist.
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