Sometimes it makes us sad, but sometimes it just has to go. There are plenty of reasons why you've perhaps had to say goodbye to a tree. Has it died or was diseased? Maybe a storm left it damaged beyond repair, or maybe it got too close to the power lines. No matter the reason, there is something you mustn't forget after removing a tree - and that's the stump. In fact, removing tree … [Read more...]

  If you're reading this, chances are you love your trees. And it's not hard to see why - they are beautiful, they make our homes and the world better places to live, and they even give us the oxygen we need to merely survive! But when it comes to taking care of trees, that's a different story. Just like looking after a baby, or even your shiny beloved car, to look after your trees … [Read more...]

A healthy tree may love living exactly where it is, but it's just a fact that transplanting mature trees is something you might consider at some point or another. Perhaps it was inappropriately planted. Maybe you're so in love with it that you want to take it with you. Or perhaps you desire an instant and dramatic transformation to your landscape without wanting to wait years for a beautiful, … [Read more...]

Close your eyes and think of Queensland. What do you see? Beautiful coastlines, amazing sunshine, happy people, and ... palm trees (of course!). You may see them all over the world, and especially in tropical and sub-tropical climates, but palm trees are an absolutely iconic part of Queensland's natural beauty - which is why we are celebrating their incredible diversity and variety in this article … [Read more...]

Unless you have the greenest of green thumbs, thinking about how to prune a lemon tree might well have you stumped. Most citrus trees are usually either bursting with fruit or covered in beautiful blossom, making the issue of when and how to prune a lemon tree very tricky indeed. Luckily, we have the low-down on this sour puzzle! But first things first: Why should you think about pruning a … [Read more...]