A few years ago, ice storms really damaged some of my big, older trees. Is there anyway I can prevent this from happening again?
Unfortunately, there isn’t much homeowners can safely do on their own to protect very old, large trees from ice-storm damage. Branches are often too high or too immense to reach from a safe location, even if there were an easy solution. That doesn’t mean ignore the risks-harm to either people or property resulting from a fallen tree or limb is a serious concern. It is best to contact a certified arborist to discuss your options before the cold weather comes. An arborist can also best assess the damage to a tree after ice-storm injury has occurred. These specialists can devise a proper action plan for pruning, trimming and TLC that can often help a tree survive and flourish for years to follow. Plantique’s Forever Green Total Tree Care & Shrub Maintenance division is ready to assist you year-round. Contact us by calling 610-481-9882 (Allentown), 610-861-8566 (Bethlehem) or by e-mailing inform@plantique.com.
