Tree health takes some effort to maintain because trees are vulnerable to things that happen from everyday yard work, as well as all kinds of natural enemies.
Things to consider:
Don´t Bang into the Bark &ndash Lawn mowers and line trimmers are bad news for young trees. The mowers and trimmers hit the bark. The broken bark is like an open wound on a tree. An effective way to avoid this problem is to use a product called BarkGard. BarkGard is a plastic barrier you wrap around the base of the tree to protect it from mowers and trimmers.
Pest Guard &ndash Some insects are a tree´s worst enemies. For example, take pests that must reach the tops of trees to feed, mate or lay their eggs. Here´s a way to stop those pests in their tracks. Tree Tanglefoot Pest Barrier is a material you spread on a tree. It is all natural, and does not utilize any toxic chemicals. When the climbing insects move through the sticky material, they become trapped.
Stand Up Tall &ndash Newly planted trees may need stakes in order to grow tall and strong. The Tree Start Kit anchors trees that are three inches or less in diameter. The goal with support staking is to support the tree properly until it grows enough strong wood to stand straight on its own.
