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Memorial Day is more than just the start of summer, its a time to remember and honor the heroes who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice, bravery, and commitment to protecting our freedoms will never be forgotten. This weekend, as flags wave and families gather, we encourage everyone to take a quiet moment to reflect on the true meaning of the holiday and pay tribute to the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice.
From our Arbor Tech Services family to yours, we wish you a safe and peaceful Memorial Day weekend. 🇺🇸

May is a great time to apply mulch around your trees and plants! Due to rising temperatures and longer days, soil can quickly dry out. A fresh layer of mulch helps the soil retain moisture by reducing evaporation, keeping roots cooler and more protected as the weather warms up. Mulch also helps regulate soil temperature and improve overall soil health as organic mulch slowly breaks down over time. Applying mulch in late spring gives your trees/landscape a strong foundation heading into the hotter summer months, helping trees and plants stay healthier and strong during periods of heat and drought, especially out here in the Valley.
Simple Steps for Proper Tree Mulching:
• Remove grass or weeds around the base of the tree before applying mulch.
• Apply mulch in a wide ring around the tree, ideally extending out toward the drip line (the perimeter on the ground directly beneath the outermost tips of the branches) when possible.
• Keep mulch 2 to 4 inches deep for best moisture retention without suffocating roots.
• Most importantly, keep mulch pulled several inches away from the trunk. Avoid “mulch volcanoes,” which trap moisture against the bark and can lead to rot, insect problems, and disease.
• Replenish mulch as needed throughout the year as it naturally breaks down over time.

Need a free consultation with our arborist? Give Arbor Tech Services a call at 916-714-2611. Visit us online at www.arbortechservices.net

The weather is shaping up to be beautiful this weekend, which means more time outside enjoying your yard! As you’re walking around, you might start noticing your trees could use a little “clean up.” And when it comes to smaller trees like Japanese maples, it’s easy to feel confident grabbing the pruners and giving them a quick trim. STOP RIGHT THERE!! There’s a catch: Spring and Summer are actually the worst times to prune your Japanese maple.
During this time, the tree is in full growth mode, pushing out new leaves, moving sap, and storing energy. Pruning durning this season can cause stress the tree which can lead to excessive sap production/bleeding, expose delicate inner branches to sunburn, and increase vulnerability to pests and disease.
What might seem like a simple trim can actually set your tree back or impact its long term health and structure.
The ideal time to prune a Japanese maple is in the fall, when the tree is entering dormancy. This allows for cleaner cuts, less stress, and better healing heading into the next growing season.
So this weekend, enjoy your yard, but maybe leave the pruning tools in the shed! Your Japanese maple will thank you later 🍁