Crown Cleaning

Removal of dead, dying, diseased, crowded, weakly- attached and low-vigor branches from crown of tree.

Crown Thinning

The selective removal of branches to increase light penetration and air movement through the crown.

Crown Raising

Removal of the lower branches from a tree in order to provide clearance for buildings, vehicles, pedestrians and views.

Crown Reduction

Reduce the size, height or spread of a tree by pruning back the leaders and branch terminal to lateral branches.

Tree Removal

Tree removal is the least favorable option when dealing with trees, but there are circumstances when it is necessary.

• Dead, dying, or irreparably hazardous
• Because of an obstruction or crowding
• Replacement by a more suitable specimen
• To allow for construction

Stump Removal

Grinding of stumps to facilitate replanting or aesthetics.

The installation of physical supports to weak branches and stems strengthens the tree and adds stability.

Branches routinely inspects trees for common tree hazards that may have a direct impact on your safety.

• Proximity to power service lines
• Broken or partially attached limbs
• Open cavities in trunk or branches
• Decay or rot
• Regrowth from topping or line clearance
• Recent changes in grade and soil level or construction

Promote root development for your trees and shrubs.

Soil Injection

Liquid, slow-release fertilizer is pumped under pressure to the plants' root zone, using a metal applicator needle. We routinely use a basic chemical fertilizer supplemented with beneficial microorganisms.

Chemical component

Commercial tree fertilizer supplies nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, along with micro-nutrients

Microbial component

Mycorrhizae (fungi that have an mutually beneficial relationship with plant root systems) and bacteria that fix nutrients vital for vigorous plant growth

Foliar Fertilization

Shrubbery can benefit from organic seaweed-derived fertilizers applied to the foliage.

Insects and diseases can become serious threats to your tree's health. As soon as you notice any abnormalities in your tree's appearance, we can examine the specific symptoms of the affected plant. After a careful analysis, we can make a reasonable diagnosis of the problem and select treatment.

We can help you control

• Azalea Lace Bug
• Bagworm
• Bark Beetles
• Black Vine Weevil
• Boxwood Pysillid
• Eastern Tent Caterpillars
• And More...

Trees and shrubs can be thought of as an investment that provides social, environmental, and economic benefits. How well your tree and investment grow depends on the type of tree and location selected for planting, the care provided when the tree is planted and follow-up care. We are proficient in all phases tree planting, which helps assure their success..

It is vital that careful planning be made in advance of any construction around existing trees. The construction processes can result in immediate or long-term harm to the surrounding vegetation. Branches can play an important role in your tree conservation strategy.

• Building Placement Consultation - Locating structures and providing alternatives to minimize root disturbance
• Tree Preservation Plans -Identifying root zones and proposing measures to lessen construction impacts
• Pre and Post-Mitigation - Root pruning, fertilization, and vertical mulching, prior to and after construction

On occasion it is necessary to affix a monetary worth on specimen trees for insurance purposes. Trees have a dollar value that can be measured by a competent plant appraiser such as Branches. The type, size, condition, and location of individual trees plays a part in their evaluation.