How to preserve and protect a tree

Tree preservation and protection is not only good for landscaping but also for the environment. With the increased global warming, we need trees more than ever. It is advisable to start the process at the initial stage of constructing a homestead. Before construction, walk the site with a certified arborist to assess the trees you wish to save and let him or her evaluate their general health. Choose the healthiest and let them be marked on the construction plan. Make sure that all constructions are done outside canopies of the tree to avoid damage. Compaction is also a silent tree killer, this can be caused by heavy machinery around construction sites such as vehicles, and compaction kills the trees by crushing roots. You can also put a tree protection clause in your construction contract that will bind constructors from damaging your trees. Trees can also be preserved and protected by;

1. Staking and guying trees. This is the process of providing external anchorage to trees with weak structures. Young developing trees have a weak trunk that can be supplemented by staking. This will protect them from external interference from factors such as strong winds.
2. Fencing. Introducing a fence of wire mesh around trees help protect them from both human and animal interference. Children may accidentally break young trees while playing or animals such as a cow can also feed on them. Fences will help prevent such interference.
3. Spraying trees with pesticides. Spraying will keep away both rodents and pests which feed on trees
4. Irrigation. Irrigation can supplement the little rain received in dry areas. It protects trees from drying up.
5. Mulching. Mulching can be used in dry areas to prevent excessive evaporation of moisture from the ground. It can also protect young trees from rodents by obstruction.
6. Straightening wind-thrown trees. Pushing the back to their initial position then anchoring them for support can save wind-thrown trees.

For additional advice on anything tree related, call the professionals at Las Vegas Tree Trimmers. They're always happy to help. 

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