In response to the COVID-19 crisis on March 23, 2020, Governor Inslee issued an Executive Order called “Stay at Home, Stay Healthy”. To limit infection statewide this order directs all movement to cease except for the business which provide essential services to support critical infrastructure, public safety & well-being. The order provides a list of…

Inside the Job of an Arborist Tree Service Contractor in Seattle, WA Explain How They’re Different Than Landscapers An arborist is a botany professional trained in the science of planting, caring for, and managing individual trees. They are unlike a logger or forester, as they don’t focus on entire forests, but not a landscaper, as…

At Seattle Tree Care we are joining the effort to minimize the spread of COVID-19. We are taking measures to protect our workers and clients, by observing CDC recommendations. Out of respect to you, our team members will keep 6ft of distance and will not offer to shake your hand. We are also enforcing basic…

Tree Service Experts in Seattle, WA Offer Quality Tips to Protect Your Trees In The Winter Season As a homeowner, keeping your property and family safe is going to be a major priority. While most people focus on things inside, like plumbing and electrical, your outdoor elements can be just as dangerous. Your trees offer…

It’s that time of year again when weather forecasts have us all looking up toward the sky in anticipation, but when you do you may also want to look a bit lower and assess your trees. If you have trees, especially large trees, near your home or in your yard it is always a good…

Tree Care Specialists in Seattle, Explain Why Pruning in Winter is Essential to the Health and Life of Your Trees Winter temperatures aren’t just hard on people, but animals and even trees have a harder time navigating the freezing weather. During winter, trees are exposed to harsh weather conditions and are highly susceptible to damage.…

Last week, Seattle Tree Care donated their skilled crew & specialized equipment to help beautify the Seattle Children’s PlayGarden mascot. The garden, playground and community center is located in South Seattle in the Central District just across the street from the NW African American Museum & Jimi Hendrix Park. Our crews spent the day finely…

Summer is almost here, and with long days and hot weather right around the corner, what better way to celebrate than to take a tree walk! But what just is a tree walk? Tree walks are free community events hosted by Trees for Seattle, a community outreach project aimed at getting people engaged with the…

Spring is here, and while Washington is certainly abundant in flowers, there is one tree that seems to never fail to astonish: the flowering cherry. Found throughout prominent landmarks in Seattle such as the Quad at UW, cherry trees are just as important culturally as they are agriculturally.   With over 1,000 species, hybrids, and…

Urban Forests are unique ecosystems. Unlike traditional forests, urban forests often have a wide diversity of tree species. From Northwest natives, such as the Douglas-fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) and Western Red-cedar (Thuja plicata), to exotic species such as the Monkey Puzzle (Araucaria araucana), Seattle is a global forest as much as it is a global city.…

Seattle witnessed the biggest snowfall in 50 years this month, and trees certainly felt the impact. High volumes of snow and strong winds caused branch and whole tree failure, impacting roadways, sidewalks, utility wires, and properties. Follow these steps to keep both your home and the public safe.   Pruning: Pruning is the best option…

Did you know that winter is the best time to prune many deciduous trees and shrubs? Trees become dormant in the winter, losing all their leaves and storing up their energy for the coming spring. Here are some great reasons to prune deciduous trees in the winter!   Improvements in tree structure. Without leaves, it…