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How to Select the Best Snow Removal Company
Winter weather has arrived in Calgary! If you have not hired a snow removal company yet, the time to act is now. Studies show that a severe snowstorm can cost the local economy millions of dollars. Snow removal services play a critical role in the economy. Without it, homeowners cannot leave their driveways, and businesses cannot…
South Health Campus Hospital Tree Planting Project
By Nicole Mychasiuk, Arborist – Outside Sales In the spring of 2021, ArborCare® received an estimate request from the South Health Campus Landscape Manager regarding issues with some of the trees on their property. When walking the grounds of the campus, it became evident that the same. species of trees were planted throughout the entire…
Tree Planting Guide
Newly planted trees and shrubs go into a state of shock after planting. Every tree/shrub reacts differently, some take to their new environment with ease and some struggle. Early indications of transplant shock surface in several ways including wilting or falling leaves, premature fall colour, dying branches and, in serious cases, death. Transplant shock can…
7 fun facts about mulch
Mulch is an affordable, beneficial and multi-purpose landscaping material. Here are seven interesting facts about how it can make your lawn and garden the envy of the neighbourhood. It insulates Mulch helps protect newly planted seedlings from shock when overnight temperatures plummet in early spring. In addition, during the winter, mulch helps insulate the…
Leaf Miner: What Is It and How to Treat It?
There are several different kinds of leaf miners, and the most common type tends to be non-descript black flies. The flies do not directly cause damage to the plant; instead, their larva is the root of the problem. Although leaf miners are not usually fatal to larger plants, they can be destructive to young plantings…
Dutch Elm Disease in Calgary
Dutch Elm Disease, commonly referred to as DED, is a fatal and highly contagious disease of the elm tree. So far, prevention efforts have kept Alberta free of DED. However, everyone needs to pitch in to protect elm populations in Edmonton, Calgary and throughout the province. Dutch Elm Disease is a fungal disease primarily spread…
Corrine Winfield | Employee Spotlight
We have a great team in Calgary, Edmonton and want you to meet them! Next up, Corrine Winfield. Meet Corrine Winfield Title: Sales / Consulting Arborist Team Member Since: September 1999 Certifications / Industry Organizations: BCMA (Board Certified Master Arborist), TRAQ (Tree Risk Assessment Qualification) Certification, TPAQ (Tree & Plant Appraisal Qualification) Certification, and a…
Falling trees: what property owners need to know
If a tree falls in your yard, it can cause damage to your house, car or neighbour’s property. Even worse, a falling tree can injury someone if they happen to be in the area when it topples. Here’s what you should know about hazardous trees and how to reduce the risk of one falling on…
How to protect your trees in winter
Snow, ice, wind and sun can damage trees in winter. To protect them from harsh weather conditions, you need to take the appropriate steps. Here’s some advice about how to best protect your trees in winter. Against snow and ice Young and diseased trees are particularly vulnerable to the weight of accumulated snow and glaze,…
Tyler Zuber | Employee Spotlight
We have a great team in Calgary, Edmonton and want you to meet them! First up, Tyler Zuber. Meet Tyler Zuber Title: Controller Team Member Since: June 2019 Certifications: CPA, July 2018 Industry Organizations: Chartered Professional Accountants of Alberta, Canadian Payroll Association Career Path Q: Describe your career path. How did you get into…