It was the best of times. That’s it. Being an arborist is awesome! As we come to the end of our 13th year here in Brandon – we wanted to extend a heartfelt thank you to you all – for your continued support and for recommending us to your friends and family. We get toContinue reading “2025 Highlights ~ Celebrating 13 Years of Arborist Excellence”
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2024 Highlights!
It is a great time of year to slow down and reflect, consider our blessings and make plans for the future! Who am I kidding??!! It is the season of panic cleaning ahead of holiday guests, trying to figure out where the parcel is from that online purchase on Black Friday (seriously? Where is it?)Continue reading “2024 Highlights!”
How refreshing (Lilac Pruning)
We are collectively and individually facing many challenges. In fact, one may say we are facing a myriad of challenges, by definition too numerous to list. It can be difficult to show up right now, meaning it is very understandable if the yard has gotten away on you. And yet, there is tomorrow. In ourContinue reading “How refreshing (Lilac Pruning)”
Urban Trees and their Unique Challenges
Urban trees face unique challenges compared to trees in the wild. Traffic, root compaction, road salt, and the effects of temperature variations influenced by concrete and asphalt are just the start, but the number one problem I see is right at the very beginning. Trees in the urban environment are often planted in the wrongContinue reading “Urban Trees and their Unique Challenges”
Before the Storm
One of the things we hear a lot is that a tree has become too big. Often sad, because if we had been here sooner, there are pruning strategies that we could have employed. Having said that, this front yard maple was rocking and rolling through the high winds of early summer. It was slatedContinue reading “Before the Storm”
Topping is evil
We recently had a storm event that resulted in a lot of damaged trees throughout Brandon and the Westman area. With few exceptions, the reason that these trees failed was because they had been previously topped. I am not talking pineapple on pizza (which is delicious) or sprinkles on ice cream (literally the worst) Read on to find out what topping is, why people have done it in the past, and what you can do differently to take care of your trees.
Why we are arborists
Tree work is difficult at the best of times. It is performed outside, in all kind of weather. We lift heavy loads, with uncertain footing. It is seasonal, and weather dependent. We deal with dogs, neighbours, physics, insurance companies, and all the challenges of small business ownership! So why the heck would we choose toContinue reading “Why we are arborists”
Is there a tree on your house?
We can help! The summer storms that are becoming all too regular (read also – it seems like we have had destructive storms every year since Chris and I moved back from Winnipeg four years ago) During the storm season of 2014 or ’15, Chris was photographed and interviewed by the Brandon Sun. He wasContinue reading “Is there a tree on your house? “