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Adding trees to your landscape is a great way to improve your property’s curb appeal, but it’s important that you inspect the trees you purchase - some trees are weaker than others, and you’ll want to make sure that the trees you choose will live a long time. The following are a few tips for choosing the right trees.

 

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First of all, in order to find a high-quality tree, you need to check for a strong form. Inspect the branches of the tree to make sure that they are spaced well and that they are firmly attached. If the branches are upright and are attached with narrow angles or are pressed against the trunk, that tree may have issues later on. The trunk of the tree should be carefully inspected as well. You’ll want a strong trunk and if the tree has more than one trunk, then you’ll want the trunks to be well separated at the ground line since the trunks will expand as the diameter of the tree grows.

These are a few things to look for in order to choose a healthy tree. For more advice on planting trees, contact us at Cartwright Tree Care today.

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