How To Prune Deciduous Trees

Posted on 28 July 2015

If you have deciduous trees growing on your land, routine pruning is important to help keep them healthy and control their height and spread.  If the trees aren't too large, you could prune them yourself, although any particularly tall, large-limbed trees are best left to a professional arborist. For those gardeners planning to take the DIY route, here's a brief guide to pruning deciduous trees: Reasons for pruning deciduous trees [Read More]

Two Ways To Determine Whether Your Tree Will Survive A Harsh Winter

Posted on 27 July 2015

In July 2015, Queensland got to experience the unusual treat of snow which this state very rarely sees. While it is fun to watch your kids outside building a snowman for a change, these freezing temperatures also put a lot of stress on your gardens. Trees that are already compromised by disease or old age could be hazardous when they strain under the weight of snow. Branches that fall onto roofs or sheds will do damage. [Read More]

About Me

How to Have Hearty and High-Reaching Trees

Welcome. My name is Amie, and I am a lifelong gardener. I have also nursed a few trees back to health, and in this blog, I am going to share many of the things I know about trees and how to take care of them. I'm not a professional arborist, but I have had my hands in the soil since I was a young girl, and I'm confident my knowledge can help others. I am a swimming coach, and I sell seedlings at a local farmers market in the spring. I have been married for sixteen years to may fabulous partner Bryan, and we have two children together. Thank you so much for reading!