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TREES and TURF – How to make the two of them work together! (part 1)

Woody plants and turfgrasses are critical components of design plans for homes, offices, and parks. Trees and turf offer distinct personal, functional, and environmental benefits. Personal preferences for color, fragrance, and form should complement the functional properties of size, shape, density, and placement of plant material.

We’ve all seen thinning grass under large shade trees, large surface tree roots that cause safety hazards and mowing obstacles, young trees that don’t seem to grow, and tree trunks badly damaged by lawn mowers or string trimmers. All of these undesirable effects can be caused by trees and turf growing too closely together.

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TREES and TURF – How to make the two of them work together! (part 2 – final)

The International Society of Arboriculture publishes in its tree care website the following guidelines on planning for a beautiful, valuable landscaping for all needs. At ABOVE AND BEYOND – TREE SERVICE we can help you planning your next tree project!  Contact us if you have any questions! Maintenance Practices Maintenance practices for trees and turf

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TREE FACTS

The International Society of Arboriculture publishes in its tree care website the following facts about trees: Trees keep our air supply fresh by absorbing carbon dioxide and producing oxygen. In one year, an acre of trees can absorb as much carbon as is produced by a car driven up to 8700 miles. Trees provide shade

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Selecting the Right Arborist for your tree service and tree care

The International Society of Arboriculture publishes in its tree care website the following guidelines that everyone should follow when selecting the right arborist for the job. When selecting an arborist: Check for membership in professional organizations such as the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), or the American Society of

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