Trees not only help beautify your land they also keep the environment clean and fresh. A tree lined road is always cooler. Trees around a house will keep it cooler than otherwise. Going green doesn't just mean planting a lot of trees, it also includes taking good care of them. One will need to protect them from insects and diseases; and fertilize them in addition to pruning and mulching.



Planting a tree needs a lot of care too. The soil should be loosened well so that the roots can penetrate and spread in to the soil and hold the tree up. Mechanical support should be provided till the tree becomes strong enough to stand on its own or it may lean and even get uprooted in the wind. Watering the tree regularly for some time after planting the tree is very important for its survival.

Tree pruning is done to keep the tree healthy and to make it grow right. It also helps the tree to flower and fruit well. Insect infested branches and those which are diseases have to be removed by pruning. Pruning is also done to give a tree the desired shape. Experts should be consulted to do this as too much pruning can be harmful for the tree as foliage is required for survival.

Tree care can also involve removing some trees when they obstruct the growth of other trees or pose a danger to the public. Dead or diseased trees are also removed to prevent the disease from spreading.

Mulching is done to maintain the right soil condition for the tree. It also gives the place a manicured look and helps to retain moisture. Roots are kept at the right temperature by the mulch. Organic mulch is preferred and is safer than inorganic mulch.

A tree needs to be protected from insects and diseases. The leaves on the tree can indicate if something is wrong with it. Wilting of trees can be because of some environmental or mechanical stress. Curled leaves may indicate viral infection. Depending on the extent of the disease and the type of the problem, the treatment can differ.

Trees should also be protected from damage during construction. The damage could be above or below the ground. The damage done to the bark could be severe enough to kill it. While digging trenches, the roots could get damage and hence kill the tree. Experts can be consulted about the best way to go about construction without having a bad impact on the trees.

Trees that are damaged physically or stressed, during construction, etc, are more susceptible to get a disease or infection. Most naturally growing trees are rooted deep into the ground and can get all the minerals it needs but if you have transported a tree into new soil, it will require a little nurturing, and fertilizers till the roots spread. Though trees look sturdy and strong, they require maintenance to look and be healthy as well as fruitful.