While most of us weathered last week’s storm within the safety of our homes, the tree’s outside had to bare it. While we do our best to keep our trees healthy and in good shape, many fall victim to heavy winds, rain, and lightning. That’s why Mountain West Arbor Care would like to provide you…
Having a tree removed is something many homeowners face at one point or another. While there are so many beautiful trees in the Treasure Valley, many of them need to be removed. While it’s easy for an arborist to know when a tree has become compromised, very few homeowners are aware of the signs or…
Having a tree pruned correctly will keep it healthy, safe, and beautiful. A certified arborist can do this because they understand the needs of a tree while having the experience and training to get the job done right. If you don’t know what you are doing, it’s better to leave tree care to the professionals.…
Do you have trees on your property that were greatly affected by the harsh winter season? During the spring, many Treasure Valley homeowners wonder if they need the help of a certified arborist. This is especially true when it comes to sick, damaged, or hazardous trees. Boise Tree Care Tips At Mountain West Arbor Care,…
While not all hazards are obvious, there are some things to look out for when it comes to detecting and preventing a hazardous tree. Trees provide us with a wide variety of benefits, including shade, beauty, oxygen, and more. However, it’s easy to forget that trees are living creatures that can get sick, injured, and…
Trees contribute more to life on earth than perhaps any other living organism. Not only do they produce oxygen and provide us with food, they add beauty to our beloved landscapes. Trees in urban areas, on the other hand, provide us with a variety of multiple benefits. As assets to our property, they help shade…
Nature is all around us. The grounds, lawn, and trees around our homes are in constant need of maintenance to keep our landscapes beautiful. This can be a time consuming process that requires knowledge, equipment and skills that not all of us possess. Whether you are looking to have a tree pruned or removed the…
Boise, Idaho has long been called the “City of Tree”s. However, did you know that when the town was first established, the nearest trees around were cottonwoods and willows along the river? In fact, Boise was once a dry sagebrush plain with the nearest pines and firs miles away on our distant mountain ridges. Now…
In Holladay, Utah the winter can be especially hazardous when it comes to the health and structure of your trees. Winter winds can send weak branches or an entire tree to the ground while freezing rain brings it’s own troubles. Fortunately though, the damage caused by winter weather, can often be mitigated with preventative tree…
In Provo, Utah the Bertrand Harrison Arboretum is home to over nine hundred species of indigenous American trees that display the color and atmosphere of the changing seasons. However, when you look out into your own backyard, you may notice that your trees aren’t looking as great as they used too. That’s why it’s important…