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Tree Talk

By Brian Fisher

THE MOST destructive
element in tree care in the
Lower Mainland is man.

Weather runs a distant second.
Few people realize the true value
of their trees and shrubs and the
importance of proper
maintenance.

The number one probiem caus-
ing destroyed trees is neeleet,

Trees left without any pruning,
maintenance or care for a iong
time usually develop problems.
These include disease, broken
limbs, height) problems and the
blotting out of the sun.

When this happens, it is often
too late to do anything other than
fo remove the tree.

Of the more than 200 tree and
pruning ‘service’ firms available
in the Lower Mainland, probably
less than 20 know anything at all
about trees.

Many are tree climbers and
chainsaw operators, ‘toppers’,
some are “loggers’', others are
“gardeners” who ‘‘prune™’ in the
off season, so the tree and Jand-
scape industry provide a fair share
of the abuse.

In addition, despite a protifera-
tion of good books and instruction
that is available, many household-
ers seem to ‘have av’ their trees
with a vengeance, but, without
knowledge or skill.

The reason for this indulgence in
poor tree work by oneself. or for
the hiring of the unskilled and un-
qualified to do the work is to save
money.

Many people get several quotes
for tree work and then go with the
cheapest, revardless of their
qualifications. Very often, what is
believed to be saving money is in
fact ruining trees.

Your trees and shrubs are very
valuabie, they add beauty, and
value to your home and garden.
Many would just not be replace:
able if they were destroyed or died.

Before you ‘tdo’* your trees o7
shrubs yourself, invest some time
and money in books or instruction.
Before you have them ‘done’ be
sure the workmen know what they
are doing.

In the long run, you'll save
money

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