The arrival of the New Year brings many challenges that range from world issues to private family matters. Buried somewhere in the list are a few challenges we face in our landscapes.
Trees can sometimes create turmoil between neighbors. These concerns become more numerous as the winter storm season approaches.
The most common complaint appears to involve trees that are blocking someone’s view. Neighbors can also become upset over trees that shed debris onto their roofs or limbs that extend onto their property.
Yes, it is a bit early to begin to think about Christmas. The pumpkin season just ended and Thanksgiving is lurking around the corner.
It is not too early to begin to think about the health and safety of large trees in our back yards or those of our neighbors. The most severe storms seem to occur in January and February. However, there are a few questions homeowners can begin to address if they are nervous about the tall trees in their neighborhoods.
It is not too early to begin to think about the health and safety of large trees in our back yards or those of our neighbors. The most severe storms seem to occur in January and February. However, there are a few questions homeowners can begin to address if they are nervous about the tall trees in their neighborhoods.
Trees have value. A large tree in a nice landscape may be worth thousands of dollars. This does not mean a homeowner could sell a tree for these prices, but there are situations where estimated values come into play.
This was the subject of a recent e-mail message from Cass Turnbull, founder and leader of Plant Amnesty – an organization devoted to educating the public on proper care of our landscapes.
It reminded us the lack of water will kill some of our beloved plants, shrubs and trees. The recent record setting temperatures and the dry summer has caused some to die while others are approaching critical condition.
Q. My neighbor wants me to cut my tree because it blocks his view of Mount Rainier, dumps needles on his roof and scares him during high winds. What should I do?
A. First, attempt to maintain a friendly, reasonable and cool-headed relationship. Too many tree disputes arise when attitudes get in the way of levelheaded discussions that could result in amicable solutions
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