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B&D tree service
5.0(
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Serving Merrill, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went well would definitely be calling again for any other tree service and my neighbor was very happy did a great job and gave a senior discount great job"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Stubb's Stump Grinding
4.9(
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Serving Merrill, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Tyler was very timely and very careful not to hurt any of my yard. He raked up the areas the tracks on his grinder made and left my yard in great shape."
Response time1 day
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Michigan Lawn Care And Property Maintenance
5.0(
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Serving Merrill, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quick,quality work,good price, helpful information, very friendly and cooperative. I'll definitely use their services again."
Response time12 hrs
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It depends on where you live—but in most areas, leaves begin falling in September and continue falling until January or February. Warmer regions, such as Southern states, may see leaves fall a bit later in the calendar year. It also depends on the type of trees in your yard and their maturity. 

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

Tree roots can take weeks to years to die, depending on the method you use. Chemical herbicides take the least amount of time—typically between three and four weeks—while homemade methods, like covering an old stump with leaves, could take between seven and eight years. If you’re unsure which method to use or how quickly you need to act, consulting with a pro is always a good idea.

You can shape a cherry tree by trimming vertical branches, dense branches, and intersecting branches. Your personal aesthetic comes into play, as well. If you want to simply thin and shape the tree, you can get away with trimming the aforementioned parts of your cherry tree. If you want to shorten branches, however, consider thinning cuts, which alter the length of the branches while encouraging light penetration, new buds and shoots, and a structurally-sound shape.

Not every arborist climbs trees, but most will do so if that’s the best method for assessing or treating a tree. Arborists have a variety of tree climbing gear and safety equipment to choose from when climbing trees. Consult your local arborist about their tree-climbing plan if your service requires that type of task.

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