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There are several factors to consider before planting a new tree on your property—from sun exposure to watering requirements to the tree’s mature size. If you plant a tree close to your home that eventually starts growing against your house or power lines, then you’ll have to significantly cut it back or perhaps even cut it down. In the event that you do need tree trimming or removal in the greater Plantation, FL area, our crew at Florida Tree Trimmers can expertly handle the job. However, if you are mindful of certain factors before planting a tree, this shouldn’t be an issue years later. Here are four important things to consider before you plant a tree.
Sunlight
When a tree requires full sun, it needs at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. Other trees, however, do perfectly well in part shade. You’ll want to consider how much sunlight reaches your available space and then select a tree accordingly.
Soil Type
When considering a tree for your property, it’s important to be mindful of its preferred soil type. You’ll want to be familiar with how well your soil drains, as well as its acidity vs. alkalinity. As soil pH test can inform you as to whether your soil is more alkaline or acidic.
Water
Some trees are highly drought tolerant, while others will need to be watered during extended stretches with no rain. If you don’t have an automatic irrigation system, you’ll want to consider whether you’re up for hand-watering a tree, at least until it becomes established. Prior to planting a tree, it’s important to water its rootball, which will help to reduce its stress when being placed in its new home.
Mature Size
When you purchase a little tree, it’s easy to overlook just how big it will eventually grow, both in terms of height and width. But this is a very important factor to keep in mind. Otherwise, a few years down the road you could have a tree that is already starting to grow up against your house.
Tree Services in Plantation, FL
When you need tree services in Plantation, FL and the surrounding area, contact Florida Tree Trimmers at (954) 890-2549. Feel free to give us a call today to ask for a free arborist estimate in Plantation, FL!
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