Even though water is one of the most essential nutrients for a tree, the rainy season’s excess precipitation can cause problems, such as root rot and infection. To keep your landscape in excellent condition year-round, use the following tree maintenance tips.

3 Tree Maintenance Tips for the Rainy Season

1. Don’t Overwater

If your trees are already receiving enough water from the natural rainfall, overwatering could flood the roots, preventing them from getting enough oxygen. If it’s been raining frequently, conduct this easy test: dig a six-inch hole near the tree and feel the soil. If it’s more than damp, hold off on watering.

2. Aerate Soil

When drenched with rain, the soil becomes thick and muddy. Clumped together, the particles don’t allow oxygen through. To prevent your tree roots from suffocating, aerate the soil around your trees, or create small holes in it with a spike aerator or air spade.

3. Prune & Trim

During the rainy season, it’s not uncommon for harsh winds to accompany rainfall. If your trees have any dangling or diseased branches, the gusts can tear them off, leaving rough, jagged wounds on the bark. If they become airborne, they could damage neighboring trees. Prevent these consequences by having your trees trimmed before the rainy season arrives. 

If you’re looking for a reliable tree maintenance team to preserve your property, turn to Arborist Services of Hilo, HI. The family-owned and -operated company helps clients throughout the Big Island with tree trimming and removal as well as storm damage cleanup. Since each of their technicians is an ISA-certified arborist, you can rest easy leaving your trees in their hands. To learn more about their services, visit the website, or give them a call at (808) 895-6537 to schedule an appointment today.