Caring for mature specimen trees
Grand old trees need a lighter touch and a longer view. Here is how to look after the big specimens on your section.
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Tree care notes
Practical reading for Sumner and Christchurch garden owners — written from the toolshed, not the marketing department.
When to call an arborist
Not every odd-looking branch is an emergency — but some signs should never wait. Learn which is which.
Photo: Horia Varlan, CC BY 2.0.
Pruning basics for healthy trees
Clean cuts, right timing, and knowing when to stop — the fundamentals of pruning that keeps trees thriving.
Photo: Gael Varoquaux, CC BY 2.0.
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