Action Tree Service

Spring is Coming,
Time to Think About Your Trees

Any Tree Anywhere.

Fully Insured ISA Certified Arborists

We are locally owned and operated with the region’s largest fleet of tree removal equipment in Kelowna BC. Contact us for your Kelowna Tree Removal needs.

Tree Health Care for the Spring Seasonal Change

There are a few things you should think about regarding the health of your trees as springtime draws near. 

Arborist prunes a protected tree species during inspection.

Tree Inspection

Examine the trees you have for winter damage. Look for any winter damage to your trees before the leaves begin to grow. Check for evidence of illness or insect infestation, damaged branches, or fissures in the trunk. If you see any problems, think about contacting an arborist to examine the damage and make repair suggestions.

Pruning During Dormancy

Cut back your trees. An essential component of tree maintenance is pruning. The early spring season, before your trees have begun to leaf, is the best time to do this. At this time, trees are still dormant, and pruning during dormancy puts less stress on the tree.

Trim any dead or broken branches, as well as any that are rubbing against one another, in the spring. To prevent the tree from being harmed, make sure you are using the proper trimming methods.

Pruning sheers trimming a tree branch
Brush turned into mulch is applied around the base of a tree to hold moisture

After the Snow has Melted, Add Mulch

Mulching the area surrounding your trees’ bases can help them retain moisture and stop weeds from sprouting. To avoid rot, make sure there is a distance of a few inches between the mulch and the tree trunk.

Deep Root Fertilization

Consider feeding your trees in the spring if you notice that they are looking a touch drab. Choose a fertilizer that is suitable for the type of tree. This may be something you should seek the help of an arborist to do. The type of fertilizer and the special tools needed to apply it to tree roots that are deep in the ground are things that arborists can help with. Contacting the arborists at Action Tree are able to use their knowledge and experience in applying the exact fertilizer that should be applied to the roots of your specific tree during the early spring season.

A tree is watered using a watering can in Kelowna

Watering Early

Your trees will require extra water to be healthy when the temperature rises. After the ground has thawed in the spring water the area under your trees. Watering the ground early in the season allows water to permeate deep into the ground where the roots are. Doing this before the weather gets hot helps the tree saturate itself to have moisture in reserve before the hot days arrive. The Kelowna region can be prone to drought, and a healthy watering in the spring prevents playing catch up during a time when water needs to be more frequent.

The Help of an ISA Certified Arborist Like Action Tree Service in Kelowna

The arborists at Action Tree Service are skilled and licensed practitioners with a focus on the upkeep and care of trees. A professional assessment of your trees by an arborist before spring might be advantageous for a number of reasons, including:

Expertise

Action Tree’s Arborists have a deep understanding of tree biology, structure, and care. They can identify potential problems and provide recommendations for how to address them.

Safety

Action Tree’s Arborists are trained in safety procedures and can identify safety hazards associated with your trees. This can be particularly important during dangerous tree removal where you have large or old trees that are close to your home or other structures.

Professional Equipment

Action Tree Service has the largest fleet of specialized arborist equipment, such as chainsaws, pruning tools, brush chippers, rigging gear, safety gear and even cranes that allows them to safely and effectively care for your trees.