With winter fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about snow removal and the holidays. However, don’t forget about your trees this season, as they’re vulnerable to damage from wind, snow, and low temperatures. Here are three tips for keeping your trees safe so they can bloom again next summer.

Safeguard Your Trees From the Cold with This Advice 

1. Wrap Trees in Burlap

If you’re concerned that a smaller tree or shrub may experience trauma this winter, wrap it in burlap. This natural material is breathable, easy to install, and insulating. Hammer stakes into the ground six inches away from the trunk and then wrap them with burlap and tie loops around the fabric with gardening twine or string. You could also wrap the tree or shrub directly and skip the stakes for a more snug, secure fit.

2. Practice Safe Snow Removal

Snowblowing your driveway means promoting safety for your family. However, ensure you’re not blowing it onto the bushes or trees. Stay several feet away from tree trunks and blow or shovel the snow away from foliage to reduce the likelihood of damaging the branches.

3. Apply Mulch

Adding mulch around the base of trees doesn’t just make landscaping look clean and professional. Materials like tree bark that are used in mulch provide insulation to protect the roots of the tree and prevent freeze damage. Plus, they soak up water to help hydrate the tree when temperatures warm up.

Homeowners interested in hiring snow removal and landscaping experts to protect their trees this winter should contact Above All Tree Care in Chisago County, MN. The locally-owned and -operated business has provided residential and commercial tree care and lawn maintenance since 2001. Call (651) 257-2136 or visit the website for information on their insured, experienced team of arborists who can tackle tree disease prevention, pruning, stump removal, and snow plowing.