Articles
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Mesquites in Tucson
Mesquites are found all over Tucson as they grow extremely well in our soil and make great shade. They are pruned both functionally and for good structure and health. Pruning your Mesquite functionally usually involves raising it from structures as not to cause damage as well as from walk and driveways for clearance and vistas. Pruning for good structure and health usually involves cleaning, removing dead branches, and thinning, removing crossed and ...
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Help for Freeze-Damaged Landscapes
The following article was copied from the Arizona Community Tree Council Website. by Cathy Rymer, City of Chandler Even in the desert freezing temperatures can occur causing damage to many landscape plants and making them look a bit ‘toasted’. While many frost-sensitive plants can tolerate freezing temperatures for brief periods, nights that dip into the low 30’s or below for several hours can be deadly for even the hardiest of plants. Trees that are the most vulnerable ...
