Spring landscape guide As Florida’s winter passes and the days grow longer, the arrival of spring beckons nature back to life. Your landscape, patiently weathering the cool months, is ready to burst into a symphony of colors. To ensure your outdoor haven is a flourishing canvas of springtime beauty, here’s a comprehensive guide from O’Neil’s […]
Pruning Crapemyrtle Trees
Pruning Crapemyrtle Trees: Crape Murder Have you ever wondered how to prune your Crapemyrtle tree? These ornamental beauties can add to your landscapes aesthetic with their full blooms and unique shape. It is unfortunately common for homeowners and landscapers alike to improperly prune these trees causing them to have abnormal growth and shapes. In this […]
A Guide to Choosing the Right Trees
A Guide to Choosing the Right Trees for Your Florida Landscape Crafting a vibrant and sustainable landscape or garden generally involves thoughtful choices, especially when it comes to selecting the right trees. Florida has a subtropical climate. As a result, many species grow well here. This makes for an abundance of choices to choose from […]
Why Oak Trees Lose Their Leaves
Why Oak Trees Lose Their Leaves As fall descends upon Florida, many oak trees lose their leaves, leaving the tree looking sickly. Have you ever wondered why those once-green leaves start to carpet the ground? Let’s look at the reasons behind this annual leaf-drop phenomenon. The Seasonal Cycle of Oak Trees Deciduous Nature: Oak trees […]
How Cold Weather Affects Trees in Florida
How Cold Weather Affects Trees in Florida While Florida is known for its warm and sunny climate, the occasional cold weather can catch both residents and trees off guard. Understanding how chilly temperatures impact trees is crucial for maintaining their health. We’ll explore how cold weather affects trees in Florida and how you can help […]
Salt Water Intrusion and Trees: What You Need to Know
Salt Water Intrusion and Trees: What You Need to Know Salt water intrusion can be a problem for trees, especially those growing near coastal areas or regions with high salinity in the soil and groundwater. Saltwater can negatively affect a tree’s health and vitality. In this article, we’ll explore what saltwater intrusion is, how it […]
Benefits of trees
Benefits of trees: Embracing the Green Guardians It’s sunny afternoon and your sitting on your patio, a gentle breeze rustles the leaves overhead, and a magnificent oak tree provides a soothing shade as you recline with a good book. It’s moments like these when we truly appreciate the beauty and benefits of trees. Beyond their […]
Essential Equipment for Tree Work
Essential Equipment for Tree Work: Understanding the Tools Arborists Use Tree work involves a variety of tasks, from pruning and tree removal to tree health assessments and planting. To accomplish these tasks safely and efficiently, arborists rely on specialized equipment designed for the various challenges of working with trees. Keep in mind, not all tree […]
Over or Under Watered
Over or Under Watered: Simple Signs to Look For In Your Tree Proper watering is essential for the health and well-being of trees. However, it can be challenging to determine if a tree is getting too much or too little water, especially for those new to plant or tree care. In this article, we’ll explore […]
What to Plant Around Your Trees
Enhancing Your Landscape: What to Plant Around Your Trees If you have trees in your yard, you might be wondering how to make the space around them more visually appealing and inviting. Planting the right vegetation around your trees can not only improve the overall aesthetics of your landscape but also benefit the health of […]