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Son of Watson Tree Service
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Richland, MS and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

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Emergency services offered

"Son Of WatsonTree Service did a wonderful job of removing three trees. They were very professional, and the price was reasonable. If you need tree service, I would certainly recommend Watson tree service."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Family Tree Service
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Richland, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired family tree services and was thoroughly pleased. It was tight where the tree was and they were in and done in about 30 min...crew worked like and well oiled machine and was courteous and friendly. I wouldn't hesitate to call them again.. All the guys were great."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Quality Tree Services, LLC
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Richland, MS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Quality Tree was prompt to the appointment. The professionals did a removal and cleaned up all of the debris. I can honestly say that it was one of the best arborist experiences I have ever had. Absolutely excellent service, the best tree service ever."
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Response time12 hrs
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

An arborist specializes in tree care, performing tasks such as pruning, treating diseases, and removing hazardous trees. They also assess soil conditions, plant trees, and develop landscaping plans to ensure healthy growth. They also manage debris cleanup, inspect equipment, and record maintenance activities. Arborists often collaborate with landscapers and professional tree maintenance services, applying their specialized knowledge and problem-solving skills to maintain tree health and safety.

Trees that flower in the spring—like dogwood, cherry, magnolia, and pear—should not be pruned during the winter. These spring-flowering plants grow buds on old growth, so you’ll actually remove what would’ve been gorgeous flowering foliage. Instead, wait to prune until right after they bloom, when the flowers fade.

Most experts recommend removing a tree that has sustained more than 25% loss in the limbs, trunk, or circumference of the bark. Doing an initial trimming of damaged and dangling branches, but then waiting a few days of monitoring to decide how much more you might need to cut can help you better assess the total damage to the tree. However, consulting a tree maintenance pro to make this determination the best course of action before removing a tree.

Unless there’s some sort of rule in your community’s homeowners’ association that requires you to remove a stump, there’s no law that says you have to take it out. If you’re not wedded to the idea of removing it, there are plenty of ways to get creative with this tree remnant. Using the stump as the medium for a wood carving or turning it into a planter are just two examples of ways to repurpose a tree stump.

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.

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