Tree Care and Maintenance
Trees are a vital part of our community. The City endeavors to plant a tree in front of every home wherever possible. In summer, mature trees provide shelter from the sun’s direct rays and help to cool your home or reduce air conditioning costs. In winter, they cut wind speeds and help to reduce your heating bill. Trees also provide us with an oxygen source and absorbs carbon-dioxide and other pollutants in the air. In addition, shade trees may add at least ten percent to the real estate value of your home.
To assist in beautifying your street we ask that you take a personal interest in your tree, particularly in its early stages of development.
The tree should be watered twice weekly during warm, dry weather.
Moderate fertilization is good for your tree. We encourage you to fertilize, but only once a year, using one cup of fertilizer (without weed killer)
Keep the earth loosened at the base of the trunk so that air and moisture can reach the roots easily.
After planting, wood chips are added to conserve moisture for the roots of your new tree. Also a protective barrier is used around the bottom to prevent injury from weed whippers and lawn mowers. Please ensure the area around the base of the tree is kept free of grass, weeds and flowers to prevent them from taking soil moisture from the tree.
Your co-operation in the maintenance care of your tree is very much appreciated.
Trees are planted at no cost to you. Our Standard tree is bare root and measures 40 mm in diameter and approximately 2.5 metres in height. Our arborist will choose the best possible tree species suitable for your location.
If you wish to plant a larger tree in front of your home, there is a cost involved. Please call Community Services for an estimates.
- Public safety
- Height clearance for pedestrian and vehicular traffic
- Remove dead branches
- Remove crowded and rubbing limbs
- Increase air and light penetration in to the tree crown
- Develop proper structure.