Prepare your trees for fall

The changing seasons are a time loved by many and feared by others. The tree’s lush green foliage is at its peak. What will happen next?

To avoid ugly surprises and stand out as an outstanding homeowner, you need to take appropriate steps for tree care in the fall. From the moment the first leaves fall until the last frost, tree experts recommend specific steps to help trees make it through the fall transition.

Read on for expert advice on how to prepare your trees for fall.

Training

Trimming faulty branches before leaf fall helps trees stay healthy longer when done correctly. It also reduces the number of leaves that can clog gutters and drains, and reduces the risk of fire by having fewer leaves on the floor.

Pest and disease identification

When a tree is damaged or stressed by weather or other factors, pathogens can take advantage of the situation. Trees can become more susceptible to insects and diseases invisible to the naked eye.

Add mulch and fertilizer

Trees love mulch. Helps retain water in the soil and reduce weed growth.

However, if you are adding mulch, do not place mulch around the base of the tree. Tree roots can rot and die. Instead, first place mulch around the edges of the trees to prevent weed growth and erosion.

If you’re wondering when to fertilize your trees, the beginning of fall is a good time. Since the leaves are starting to fall, the trees aren’t absorbing as many nutrients from the soil, so it’s the perfect time to re-nourish the ground.

Additionally, mulch and fertilizer provide an easy way to enhance the aesthetic aspects of your landscaping.

Do not neglect tree care in autumn

Now that we’ve looked at some of the most important ways to prepare your trees for fall, you’ll be ready to tackle whatever comes your way.

With a little preparation, trees can weather the stressors of fall and prepare for the warmer months when Mother Nature starts the process again.

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