Trees are known as superheroes of the earth. They provide shade, clean and fresh air, and shelter for birds. So, It is your duty to protect trees. Taking care of your trees by watching for pests, insects, diseases, and other requirements will help them stay strong and healthy.
Following are some essential tips that can help you to ensure the health of your plants:
Watering Your Trees
Proper watering of your trees is essential for their growth and health. For newly planted trees, you should provide deep watering every few weeks during the first two years for their root growth. Young trees need frequent watering because their trunks and branches cannot hold much water. Mature trees can survive with less water, but you should give them water several times a month in hot and dry conditions. You should avoid overwatering because both too much and too little water can harm the tree.
Pruning Your Trees
Pruning is the best method to remove dead, diseased, and overgrown branches from your trees and help them grow healthy and strong. You should always remove crossing, broken, and low branches to ensure the health and structure of trees. Newly planted trees require pruning every two to three years, and mature trees every three to five years. The best time for pruning is late winter or early spring before the beginning of new growth. However, you can do selective pruning and remove dead branches anytime. You should avoid pruning in autumn because decay fungi spread abundant spores, and wounds heal slowly during this season. If you are unsure about pruning, it is best to consult a professional for tree pruning services.
Fertilizing Your Trees
Trees need proper nourishment for strong and healthy growth. Fertilizer provides them with all essential primary and secondary nutrients such as potassium, nitrogen, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, and sulfur. You should fertilize your trees at the beginning of spring when frequent rain can help the flow of nutrients through the root system. It is important to provide the correct dosage because inadequate fertilizer can cause bursts and yellowing of the trees. If you live in an area of poor soil quality then you should fertilize your trees regularly. You can use commercial fertilizers and always follow the instructions to avoid damage to your trees.
Preventing Pests and Diseases
Insects and pests are naturally present in and around the trees. Some insects like bagworms, Japanese beetles, and emerald ash borers can damage leaves and bark. They can also spread diseases such as fire blight and leaf rust that affect large areas and weaken your trees. You should check your trees regularly to find any signs of these problems. If you notice any pests on your trees, then immediately contact a certified arborist who develops insect and disease control programs to treat them properly. You can also use insect and pest repellents and traps to keep insects away from your trees and help them stay healthy. Taking care of your trees by watching for pests and diseases will help them stay strong and healthy.
