October 22, 2026
TL;DR: Yes, you can usually plant a new tree after removal. Just don’t put it in the same hole. Plant at least 3 feet from the ground-out stump, in clean native soil, and pick a species that won’t get whatever killed the old tree. Inside Orlando city limits, a removal permit may require a replacement […]
October 21, 2026
TL;DR: For a Central Florida yard, the best trees are the ones that held up in real hurricanes. University of Florida research points to live oak, sand live oak, southern magnolia, bald cypress, sabal palm, crape myrtle and native hollies. Pick the tree that fits the spot, keep tall trees away from power lines, and […]
October 20, 2026
TL;DR: A sick tree usually has one problem in one spot and can often recover once the cause is fixed. A dying tree has dieback that keeps spreading, decay in the trunk, or fast browning that won’t stop. In Orlando, check for top-down thinning, wilting on one side, fungus on the trunk and bronzing palm […]
October 19, 2026
TL;DR: Five tree problems Orlando homeowners should watch for are lethal bronzing and Ganoderma butt rot in palms, Hypoxylon canker in oaks, Ips bark beetles in pines and laurel wilt in avocados and redbays. Most can’t be cured once you can see them. Catching them early lets you protect nearby trees and remove a failing […]
October 18, 2026
TL;DR: Florida has no statewide list of protected backyard trees. City and county codes do that work, and they give the most protection to large native trees like live oaks and Southern magnolias. On a single-family lot, a state law lets you skip local permits if an ISA-certified arborist documents that the tree poses an […]
October 16, 2026
TL;DR: Caring for a live oak in Orlando comes down to five habits: give it room, water it on a schedule based on trunk size until its roots settle in, mulch without touching the trunk, prune it young so it grows one strong trunk, and keep cars, fill dirt and digging off the roots. Mature […]
October 15, 2026
TL;DR: Laurel oaks are fast-growing native oaks with weak wood. They handle decay poorly and usually live only 50 to 70 years, so they fail more often than live oaks, especially in storms. In older Orlando yards, have an arborist check any big laurel oak near your home. Depending on its condition, you can prune […]
October 14, 2026
TL;DR: Tree service financing spreads the cost of removal, trimming, or storm cleanup over monthly payments. The common options are lender plans arranged by the tree company, 0% intro credit cards, deferred-interest plans, and personal loans. Insurance may also cover some storm damage. Before you sign, check whether a promo is a true 0% offer […]
October 13, 2026
TL;DR: Florida does not issue a state license for tree trimming or tree removal, and under state law most local occupational licenses expired on July 1, 2025. Orlando homeowners should check for a current local business tax receipt, liability and workers’ comp insurance, and ISA certification. ISA certification is voluntary, but it matters under Florida’s […]
October 12, 2026
TL;DR: A tree risk assessment is a systematic, arborist-led evaluation of a tree’s likelihood of failure and the damage it could cause, using ISA-based methodology. In Central Florida, where hurricanes, sandy soils, and dense canopies create year-round hazard potential, a professional assessment helps homeowners document tree condition, reduce liability exposure, and decide what to prune […]
October 11, 2026
TL;DR: Florida doesn’t license tree service companies the way it licenses electricians or plumbers, so the burden is on homeowners to vet credentials, insurance, and equipment before hiring. This guide covers the 8 questions to ask any tree company serving Orlando, Sweetwater, Union Park, Pine Castle, or Conway, from verifying ISA arborist certification to understanding […]
October 10, 2026
TL;DR: An ISA-Certified Arborist has passed a rigorous exam and maintains ongoing education in tree biology, risk assessment, and proper pruning, which matters in Central Florida because local ordinances often require their sign-off for permits and hurricane-risk documentation. Hiring one protects your trees, your property, and your wallet by avoiding bad pruning cuts, missed hazards, […]
