April 13, 2018 by Jon Nash
Do you have a small tree in your Portland yard? Maybe you had a fruit tree planted after moving into your new home, or you’ve had a few new trees planted to reduce erosion. Whatever the reason, if you have a young tree in your yard it needs a little TLC and special attention to thrive. In today’s post, we’ll […]
February 23, 2018 by Jon Nash
Crippling winter storms, bitter-cold temperatures, increased rainfall, record-high temperatures…here in the Pacific Northwest, we’ve seen it all. In fact, one report named the Pacific Northwest the country’s most extreme weather region in 2017! As you’d expect, extreme weather conditions can cause problems for trees in Oregon and Washington. Broken branches, root damage, bug problems, and fallen trees are common. Do […]
January 25, 2018 by Jon Nash
Since you live in the Pacific Northwest, there’s a good chance you have many trees around your home. While these trees may not require as much care and attention as your flower beds or garden, you don’t want to just ignore them! Taking some time twice a year to give your trees a little TLC will ensure they continue to […]
January 17, 2018 by Jon Nash
Shrewd house hunters always await a professional inspection before purchasing a home. Too often, though, homebuyers completely neglect to inspect the trees surrounding the house and property. It’s always a good idea to hire an ISA Certified Arborist before buying a house. A yard may require extensive tree maintenance or have other tree issues you’ll need to take care […]
May 15, 2017 by Jon Nash
The Pacific Northwest, including the Portland area, is home to some of the biggest and most beautiful trees around! But unfortunately, the area is also prone to severe weather, including heavy winds, ice storms, and months and months of drizzly rain. The combination of extreme weather and large trees can lead to big problems. In today’s post, we’ll explain what […]
January 19, 2017 by Jon Nash
Hummingbirds: A Guide For Oregon Homeowners There are tons of amazing animals living in the trees around our area– everything from squirrels to owls. One of my favorites are hummingbirds: they’re colorful, playful, aren’t afraid of people, and can be fun for kids and pets to watch. Today, we’ll talk about how to attract hummingbirds to your yard, and how […]
December 5, 2016 by Jon Nash
Do you own a home in the Portland area? Are you looking for a fun DIY project? Have you wanted to make your yard look nicer but don’t know where to start? In today’s post, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about landscaping in Portland. You’ll learn how to plan a successful project and what you’ll need to […]
September 27, 2016 by Jon Nash
Recently, we talked about some of Portland’s most notable heritage trees. In this month’s post, we’ll still be talking about trees, but this time around we’ll take a closer look at a few of the fascinating animals that call Portland’s trees home! Birds So many different species of birds live in Portland area trees! Here are a few of the […]
July 14, 2016 by Jon Nash
I can’t think of another city with as much greenery and as many beautiful trees as Portland, can you? The Portland area is home to Forest Park, one of the biggest urban parks in the United States and it’s just filled with beautiful evergreens. Then there are all the other parks scattered around town, which often have unique trees of […]
May 31, 2016 by Jon Nash
Did you know that there are some trees that can live to be over 5,000 years old? While the trees in your yard won’t live that long, if they’re well maintained, they can live for 50 years or even longer! Unfortunately, many trees become diseased, rotted, or damaged before they can reach their full potential. Today we’ll talk about some […]