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Is It Better to Prune Trees in Winter or Spring?
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Is It Better to Prune Trees in Winter or Spring?

Winter pruning has real advantages, but so does pruning once a tree is fully leafed out. Here's how we decide,...
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Should You Water and Should You Mulch Your Trees?
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Should You Water and Should You Mulch Your Trees?

Victoria's summers keep getting drier. Here's which trees actually need watering, how much, and how to mulch properly (plus the...
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When Is the Best Time to Prune Trees in Victoria?
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When Is the Best Time to Prune Trees in Victoria?

Late winter is the go-to window for most trees in Victoria, but cherries, maples, arbutus and hedges all play by...
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Grand Fir Disease in Victoria, BC: Warning Signs, Causes and What Homeowners Can Do
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Grand Fir Disease in Victoria, BC: Warning Signs, Causes and What Homeowners Can Do

Browning needles, a thinning crown or dying branches on your grand fir? Learn the warning signs of drought stress and...
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Are You Over-Fertilizing Your Fruit Trees?
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Are You Over-Fertilizing Your Fruit Trees?

By Dan Chamerlain of Advantage Tree Care Here's something most home growers don't realize: more fertilizer doesn't mean more fruit....
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Is Winter Back? What This Cold Weather Is Really Doing to Your Trees
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Is Winter Back? What This Cold Weather Is Really Doing to Your Trees

It’s chilly. You stepped outside, felt that bite in the air, and probably had the same thought as everyone else...
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Tree Removal Costs and City Bylaws in Victoria
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Tree Removal Costs and City Bylaws in Victoria

At Advantage Tree Care, we often see homeowners in Greater Victoria caught off guard by the cost and complexity of...
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What does Victoria’s cold snap mean for your trees?
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What does Victoria’s cold snap mean for your trees?

It’s cold and snowy out there (and fun too☃️) But, don’t forget to keep an eye on the trees in...
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Tree Care Terminology Explained: Tree topping vs pruning vs reduction vs crown thinning
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Tree Care Terminology Explained: Tree topping vs pruning vs reduction vs crown thinning

There’s a lot of lingo in our industry. As Arborists we might refer to a certain practice, but to the...
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Identifying and Managing Tree Diseases in Victoria, BC
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Identifying and Managing Tree Diseases in Victoria, BC

As a homeowner in Victoria, BC, understanding and addressing tree diseases is crucial for maintaining a healthy urban forest. At...
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16 Tree Care Tips for Homeowners Ahead of Winter
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16 Tree Care Tips for Homeowners Ahead of Winter

With the cold and rainy season fast approaching the arborists are Advantage Tree Care share some of our knowledge on...
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What exactly is tree topping? And is it bad for your trees?
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What exactly is tree topping? And is it bad for your trees?

Tree topping, often referred to as “heading,” “tipping,” or “rounding over,” is a controversial pruning practice that involves cutting tree...
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8 Tree Care Tips for Spring
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8 Tree Care Tips for Spring

With the arrival of spring in Victoria, BC our trees awaken from their winter dormancy, presenting a pivotal time for...
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Is DIY tree pruning a good idea?
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Is DIY tree pruning a good idea?

"I'm thinking about pruning a few branches from my oak tree. I plan to watch some DIY tree pruning videos...
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It’s Tree Pruning Season: Here are 5 Things You Need to Know
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It’s Tree Pruning Season: Here are 5 Things You Need to Know

Tree pruning is essential for the health, beauty, and safety of your trees. As tree pruning season approaches, it's crucial...
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How to Handle Tree Suckers
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How to Handle Tree Suckers

Does it seem like your tree is spawning alien offshoots? You're not alone! Those sprouts growing around the base or...
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How To Protect Your Trees From Storm Damage?
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How To Protect Your Trees From Storm Damage?

Concerned that some trees on your property might be prone to storm damage? In this article we will explain exactly...
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What equipment does an arborist use?
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What equipment does an arborist use?

Before any tree work commences all equipment is maintained and checked that it is fit for purpose and each crew...
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Day in the life of an Arborist (video)
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Day in the life of an Arborist (video)

Wondering what our arborists get up to on a daily basis? Have a watch and we'll show you. https://youtu.be/BoB93Ajx388 Looking...
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Can I cut down a tree on my property?
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Can I cut down a tree on my property?

Everything you need to know about cutting down a tree on your property.  It depends! Most cities have tree preservation...
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