There is nothing like a winter storm making its way through Richmond to have one question on your mind: will my trees be standing come morning? The thought of an ice storm putting a limb
A major storm has passed over the neighborhood and you are left to wonder how your trees have fared? You may be walking the property in its wake, not quite sure what one is to
One of the most common questions we hear from homeowners is: “Can this tree be saved?” It’s a question we appreciate because it reflects something we strongly believe at Truetimber Arborists: whenever possible, preserving a
Storm season is here, and hurricane season is approaching. Yes, it happens every so often that our lush and mature urban forest is asked to stand up against 60–100 mph winds. It’s an unfair ask,
If your tree’s leaves are turning yellow early in the season, it’s natural to be concerned. But yellowing doesn’t automatically mean your tree is in serious trouble. In many cases, it’s simply a sign that
Across Richmond right now, trees are leafing out—but not always evenly. Some are slower to fill in. Others are showing curled leaves, thin canopies, or early leaf drop. After a stretch of dry weather, these
Recently, I’ve been observing the trees awakening with the spring season—and with that, the strong winds that have caused some damage. When I encounter a fallen tree or broken limb, whether in the woods or
As buds begin breaking across Richmond and temperatures start climbing into the 60s and 70s, your landscape is waking up. The lawns are greening. Trees are leafing out. Everything feels like it’s coming back to
When most people think about tree care, spring and summer usually come to mind. But in Richmond, winter is one of the most valuable times to assess tree health and safety. With leaves off the
Understanding Invasive Trees in Virginia Invasive trees are non-native species that grow and spread aggressively—often outcompeting native trees and plants for sunlight, nutrients, and water. They can crowd out beneficial species, degrade soil health, and
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