It is at this time of the year that we really begin to appreciate the benefits of a healthy city tree canopy. Whether it be Toronto, Etobicoke, Mississauga or Oakville, tree canopies lend not only beauty and shade, but they also absorb carbon monoxide, cut the wind, reduce noise and increase property value (up to 18%). But our tree canopy in the GTA is under attack:
• Emerald Ash Borer is eating through Toronto’s 860,000 ash trees and spreading out of Toronto into surrounding Ontario cities (the first case of Emerald Ash Borer was documented in Mississauga in 2008)
• 4.5 million trees are at risk from the Asian Long-Horned Beetle; that represents 42.9% of the city’s tree population.
• Another 1.5 million trees are at risk from the Gypsy Moth and 200,000 more trees are threatened by Dutch Elm Disease.
• Urban trees in Toronto, Etobicoke, Mississauga and Oakville often lack the nutrients and space necessary for a healthy tree
• Municipal tree budgets are under threat, despite the fact that trees are among the least expensive and most effective ways to imprve the quality of urban life
It’s time we took care of our trees! Here’s how you can help:
• Consider Deep Root Feeding and fertilization which gives trees the nutrients that they need but are often missing in urban soil. This will help protect trees from disease, extend their life and make them look vibrant.
• Encourage the local government in Toronto, Etobicoke, Mississauga and Oakville to monitor or license tree companies, ensuring the protection of trees and the correct disposal of infected trees.
• Support and protect the municipal tree budgets.
If you have any questions about the health of your trees, or any concerns about tree diseases or tree permits, we are happy to help. At Rooted Tree Services, our qualified arborists are happy to provide free consultations and free estimates. We are fully qualified and insured and take pride in protecting the beautiful tree canopy across Toronto, Etboicoke, Mississauga and Oakville.
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