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Why a 25% crown reduction is ideal for tree health and safety
Why a 25% Crown Reduction is Ideal for Tree Health and Safety Crown reduction is one of the most effective pruning techniques for...
Neil Foote
Feb 32 min read
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POST-STORM TREE CHECKS
Severe weather in Lanarkshire  has left trees weakened, posing risks to property and people. High winds, heavy rain, and even snow can...
Neil Foote
Feb 22 min read
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Excelsior Tree Surgery on STV
In late January 2025, Storm Éowyn unleashed its fury across Scotland, with Lanarkshire experiencing some of the most severe impacts. The...
Neil Foote
Feb 12 min read
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Uncovering the Silent Threat: Early Indicators and Effective Strategies for Combating Tree Diseases
Tree diseases can quietly erode the beauty and health of our landscapes, gardens, and ecosystems. Given that trees play a vital role in...
Neil Foote
Dec 28, 20244 min read
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Unveiling the Mysteries of Tree Pruning: How It Supports Wildlife Conservation
Tree pruning is often seen as just another gardening task aimed at improving the beauty of landscapes or the health of individual trees....
Neil Foote
Dec 20, 20243 min read
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Understanding Kretzschmaria: A Threat To Trees
Understanding Kretzschmaria: A Threat to Trees When it comes to maintaining the health and longevity of trees, understanding potential...
Neil Foote
Dec 13, 20243 min read
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A Trees Vascular System; The Lifeline Within
A tree's vascular system, made up of the xylem and phloem, is essential for transporting water, nutrients, and sugars throughout the...
Neil Foote
Nov 28, 20241 min read
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Laetiporus Sulphureus
🌳 Spotting Brown Rot in Trees? Here’s What You Need to Know! 🌳 Brown rot is a fungal disease that breaks down wood, leaving it dry,...
Neil Foote
Nov 27, 20241 min read
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4 Stages of Ash Die Back
Identifying the symptoms of Ash Dieback in large trees can be difficult, so a system was needed to enable easy description of the current...
Neil Foote
Nov 25, 20243 min read
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Should My Tree Surgeon Have Insurance?
Should My Tree Surgeon Have Insurance? Why It’s Essential for Homeowners to Check When it comes to tree care, hiring a professional tree...
Neil Foote
Nov 21, 20242 min read
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When is the Best Time to Get Your Trees Pruned?
When Is the Best Time to Get Your Trees Pruned? Expert Guide for Healthy Growth and Safety Tree pruning is more than just an aesthetic...
Neil Foote
Nov 14, 20243 min read
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Storm Isha
Storm Isha made land fall in Scotland in the early hours of Monday morning, by the close of play on Monday evening we had been called out...
Neil Foote
Jan 28, 20242 min read
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What does CODIT mean?
The Science of Tree Compartmentalization: An In-Depth Guide for Tree Enthusiasts. Introduction In the field of Arboriculture, one of the...
Neil Foote
Jan 16, 20243 min read
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Removing a large Ash with Die-Back
Another post about Ash Dieback I'm afraid! I thought as a different idea for a blog I'd talk through what's required to remove a large...
Neil Foote
Jan 12, 20243 min read
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What is a Branch Collar and Why is it Important?
Before we explore its importance, let's establish what exactly the branch collar is. The branch collar is a specialized area of tissue...
Neil Foote
Dec 7, 20232 min read
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Is topping trees harmful?
Topping trees is an outdated and harmful practice. Where some trees will react better than others, ultimately there will be issues for...
Neil Foote
Nov 13, 20232 min read
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Why Co-Dominant Trees fail
We had another emergency call out this Sunday (29 Oct) to a tree that had partially failed and a stem had fallen against a house in...
Neil Foote
Oct 31, 20232 min read
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Ash Die Back in Glasgow
Its been a bad month for Ash trees. Ash die back (Hymenoscyphus Fraxinus) has meant many quotes and site visits involving Ash trees has...
Neil Foote
Aug 20, 20232 min read
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The Art and Science of Tree Pruning: Enhance Your Landscape and Boost Tree Health
Introduction Trees are an essential component of any landscape, providing shade, aesthetic appeal, and environmental benefits. Proper...
Neil Foote
Jun 2, 20232 min read
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Tackling Windfell Trees: Expert Solutions for Fallen Trees and Storm Damage
Introduction Trees can be an essential and beautiful part of any property, providing shade, aesthetic appeal, and environmental benefits....
Neil Foote
May 26, 20232 min read
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