Looking to boost your tree knowledge? Our Educational Guides dive into the world of arboriculture, covering topics like tree biology, common myths, and how trees interact with their environment. Whether you’re a curious homeowner or a budding arborist, these easy-to-understand guides offer insights that help you better care for your trees and understand their role in your garden or landscape.
Councils are responsible for trees that are planted on public land. These trees can sometimes be a nuisance or a danger, especially when they overhang your property. The question is can you ask the council to cut back these trees? Yes, you can ask the Council to cut back trees that are growing on public […]
Order: RosalesFamily: MoraceaeGenus: FicusCommon name: Rubber fig or Rubber treeOrigin: Native to India, Nepal Burma, China, Malaysia, Indonesia.Also found: Sri Lanka, West Indies, Australia, USA Introduction Ficus Elastica from the Moraceae family goes by many different names depending on the country, but the most commonly used worldwide is rubber fig or rubber tree. It originates […]
Trees in Australia are protected on a state and local council level. These laws and protected trees are outlined in your local council’s Tree Preservation Order or TPO. Trees in Australia are also protected by the Tree Protection Act 2005. It establishes a register of protected trees classified as regulated and registered trees. Trees are […]
Plural: Sprigs A sprig is a small stem or shoot bearing leave or flowers normally as part of a herb shoot. This term is normally used in cooking to refer to small sections taken from herbs normally 2 – 4 inches, such as mint, rosemary or parsley, to use in a recipe or dish. Cultivation […]
Having a yard or garden with a variety of trees has many advantages. Trees provide shade, improve curb appeal, act as windbreakers, attract birds and play other important roles near homes. However, trees, especially mature trees, can also threaten houses, and nearby structures like sheds, people, cars, and other things. A tree near a house […]
It’s no secret that tree removal can be very expensive, but according to Ben a 15-year tree service professional, exposes the industry secrets that will save you almost 50% off the price of tree removal. The 6 insanely easy tips and tricks have saved our readers an average of 34.2% on the cost of tree […]
Eucalyptus trees are the fastest-growing Australian native tree that comes in a variety of types and hybrids. Some, however, grow a lot faster than others. The rate of growth is determined by the climate and availability of water to the tree, but all things being equal, these are the six fastest-growing eucalyptus trees. #1. Eucalyptus […]
This is a common problem, so there are rules in place for cutting neighbor’s trees overhanging your property. The simple answer is yes! You are within your rights to trim any branches overhanging your property. But the real question is, what are your local tree-trimming laws? Let’s forget it’s your neighbor’s tree for a second. […]
