Sometimes, trees can pose a threat to the safety of your family, neighbors, or property, in which case it’s best to hire a tree removal professional. Once the problematic tree is gone, you can focus on landscaping ideas for the newly cleared ground. Here are some tips to keep in mind.

A Guide to Landscaping After Tree Removal

1. Handle the Stumps

Tree removal isn’t the end of the process. Ask your technician to grind the remaining stump, so the protrusion doesn’t pose a further safety risk to your loved ones. Once it’s brought to level ground, you can more easily visualize what to do with the landscape.

2. Clear Away Debris

There’s always a bit of debris left behind in the wake of stump grinding. To ensure this part of the landscape looks just as fresh and healthy as the rest, clean up any lingering wood chips and pieces. If left alone, they may impact the soil’s pH balance and hinder grass growth.

3. Prepare the Ground

Unless you plan to leave the ground as it is, address the area where the tree once stood by adding fresh fertilizer, followed by a layer of topsoil. Repeat this layering process until the pile is just slightly higher than the surrounding landscape. Rake through clumps to prevent compaction, and make sure the soil is evenly dispersed, so moisture soaks through efficiently.

4. Plant Something Fresh

Now is the chance to get creative. Removing the trees may have created a shade-free environment for sun-loving plants and flowers to thrive. Or you might choose to apply grass seeds instead.

5. Consider New Trees

If your new landscaping plan involves planting a tree or two, don’t place them in the same spot where you ground the stump. The old root system from the previous tree is still present, and that can prevent any new plants from establishing roots. Plant a new tree several feet away for best results.

Are you concerned about a potentially harmful tree on your landscape? Hire the team at Sherwood’s Tree Service in Honolulu to take care of it for you. Serving home and business owners throughout Oahu since 1974, the family-owned company offers tree removal, stump removal, hydroseeding, and landscaping services to ensure your grounds look their best. They also provide 24-hour tree services in the event of an emergency. Visit the website for more details about these services, or call (808) 537-9705 to schedule an appointment.