Firstly how big is a “large tree”. By most people’s standards a large tree would be defined as anything greater than a two-story house, so let’s start from there. The removal of a large tree will cost you anywhere from $1,650 – $2,900. The final cost will depend on size, location, and a variety of […]
Avocado trees can be grown on the ground in your yard. They are also very lovely indoor plants. If you’re planning to plant an avocado tree in any of these two ways, you may be wondering what kind of growth rate to expect. Under favorable environmental conditions, an avocado tree grows an average of 2.5 […]
If you’re looking to add a tree to the smallest of your garden space, a lemon tree might come on top of your list. From the small size of the tree to its abundant fruits, there are many fascinating things about growing a lemon tree in your yard. It takes 3 to 6 years to […]
The root protection zone, also known as the root protection area, is the area around a tree that cannot be excavated, surfaced, driven over, or disturbed during construction. This area will ensure that the trees retained on or off-site around the development project will not be harmed, even though it may cause construction delays. To […]
Hiring an arborist in Adelaide can be a bit hit-and-miss if you do not know what to look for or ask. There are a lot of gardeners posing as arborists who would be happy to take your money and deliver substandard results. There are also a lot of qualified arborists who work on the fringes […]
If you want to remove a tree, you need to give a reason to council for removal. Dropping leaves or blocking drains is not a valid reason. Some of the good reasons to remove a tree include if the tree is dead/ dying, if it is dangerous, fire hazard, damaging your home foundations or when […]
Pruning trees is an essential exercise to keeps the tree healthy, strong, and visually appealing. Gum trees are fast-growing trees that require regular pruning. There are many ways of pruning gum trees such as canopy lift, crown thinking, dead wooding or just single branch removal. Improper pruning may lead to tree damage and future health […]
As the industry is highly underregulated, it can be difficult to find a qualified arborist on the Gold Coast who will be able to take care of your job safely and professionally. GoTreeQuotes is a FREE service that matches homeowners with the best priced Gold Coast arborists. With us, you can find qualified and insured arborists in your […]
The Gold Coast Council has a Vegetation Management Code which is a set of laws that regulates the pruning and removal of trees on private property. These regulations outline which trees you will need a permit for before pruning or removal and which are exempt from needing a permit. A summary of those rules and […]