If you have 1 or more trees on your property you may be wondering when is the best time to trim them back. The balmy summer months might seem like the common sense answer but in truth, the summer is not necessarily the best time to prune. In this post, the experts at Epic Tree […]
If you are having an issue with a tree or trees on your property you will need to enlist the services of a qualified tree surgeon. The tree surgeon will assess the situation and recommend a course of action that is in accordance with all existing laws and regulations governing the treatment of existing trees. […]
Before we go any further let’s answer the question in the title. Yes, you need to be properly qualified in order to get work as a tree surgeon. Why? Because tree surgeons spend much of their time working with power tools in the canopy great distances above the ground. They need to know: How to […]
We are thrilled to announce that Epic Tree Care is featured in this month’s edition of The Lossie Local, North East Scotland’s premier local magazine. This is an exciting step for us, allowing us to reach out to a larger community and share our passion for professional and reliable tree care services. Why The Lossie […]
Deciduous & Evergreen Trees Deciduous comes from the latin word ‘decidere’ which means “fall down or off”. Deciduous trees lose their leaves annually compared to Evergreen trees which hold onto their leaves all year round. Pruning of Trees – Why, When and How? To assist trees in working within their garden environments or public spaces […]
Hardwood v Softwood When it comes to wood carving and the best woods, let’s start with the basics. Hardwood comes from the mature parts of broadleaf trees like oak, maple, cherry, ash, beech and walnut and has a more complex biological structure than softwood. This means that hardwood, as its name suggests, is generally more […]
If you want to attract bees, plant these trees! Bees play a vital part in maintaining a healthy ecosystem, but they are dependent upon suitable trees and plants that provide high levels of pollen and nectar for their existence. As the numbers of some of our most precious bee and wildlife species in the UK […]
A question we’re asked on occasion is ‘If my tree causes damage or injury, can I be sued? The short answer is yes. If you are deemed negligent! Tree owners have a general duty of care under the law. You may be considered negligent if you fail to act when the potential for harm was […]
Aberdeenshire, Morayshire and Banffshire – is particularly blessed with trees, woodland and forests which are accessible to the public. Here are a few suggestions on where to go to enjoy the splendour and tranquillity of trees by walking in woodland areas. North East Scotland Tree Woodland and Forest Walks TYREBAGGER WOODS – mid-way between Aberdeen […]
Epic Tree Care can advise on Tree Preservation Order legislation. We all recognise the need to protect special trees from harm. It is surely sensible that some trees be afforded special status to preserve them when otherwise they may be in danger of being felled for any number of reasons – the vague and unsatisfactory […]