Dec 18, 2023 | Tree Removal Guide
How do you know when a tree is dead? The surprising answer is that it’s not as simple as you might think. Trees are great at playing possum, making it challenging to spot a dead plant. However, Dos Amigos Tree Experts, your certified arborist in Alexandria, VA, is...
Nov 18, 2023 | General Tree-Related Tips
Every living thing needs nutrients to grow and stay healthy, including trees. However, many Alexandria residents don’t understand how trees gather their nutrients or what nutrients they need to thrive, causing them to wonder, “Where do trees get their nutrients?” So...
Oct 18, 2023 | Tree Trimming and Pruning
Knowing how to reroot a tree branch can open up a new world of arboreal possibilities for your garden. Imagine that graceful oak you’ve always admired in the park or the cherry blossom that catches your eye every spring, comfortably rooting right in your backyard. You...
Sep 18, 2023 | General Tree-Related Tips
Why do leaves fall off trees? The answer depends on the species of tree and the time of year. For example, deciduous trees naturally lose their leaves in autumn, but evergreens shouldn’t. In this post, your specialist arborist services in Alexandria, VA, explain this...
Aug 18, 2023 | General Tree-Related Tips
Why keep mulch away from tree trunks? This question often confuses many new gardeners who learned that mulching is good. In this article, Dos Amigos Tree Experts, your reliable mulching company in Alexandria, VA, explains more about the dangers of over-mulching. ...
Jul 18, 2023 | Tree Care Services
Since it first became available to gardeners in the mid-20th century, peat moss has revolutionized the agricultural industry. It’s easily available at most garden stores and boasts an extensive list of benefits and applications. But can peat moss be used as mulch just...
Jun 18, 2023 | Tree Care Services
Few things can elevate a landscape quite like fresh mulch! It protects your gardens from invasive weeds while maintaining a readily available supply of moisture for the plants. But sometimes mulch comes with issues like mushroom growth. You probably want to eliminate...
May 18, 2023 | General Tree-Related Tips
As the adage goes, “Waste not, want not!” Knowing what to do with old mulch in spring applies this saying to your outdoor resources. But what can you do with old mulch besides retiring it to a lonely corner of your yard? Our crew at Dos Amigos Tree Experts knows...
