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Trees in an urban environment in Clifton, NJ, that are more prone to stress in the summer.

5 Common Summer Tree Stressors in Northern New Jersey

Summer can be a time of enormous stress for trees in Northern New Jersey. Learn about how heat, disease, and drought can harm your tree in the summer.
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An arborist from Aspen Tree uses an air spade to expose the root flare of a tree in Montclair, NJ during a tree preservation project.

Tree Preservation: How to Save at Risk Trees in Northern New Jersey

Tree preservation services can prevent tree death from common problems like compacted soil, a buried root flare, construction damage, and girdling roots. Learn what tree preservation is and why it matters in Northern New Jersey.
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Cracked, compacted soil with weeds in a northern New Jersey garden.

Are These Soil Problems Harming Your Trees?

From nutrient leaching to erosion, waterlogged soils, and soil compaction, there are a host of common problems with the types of soil found in northern New Jersey. Learn how to evaluate your soil so you can head off problems before your trees and shrubs suffer.
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Soil layers.

Why Soil Testing is Important for Tree Health In Northern New Jersey

Discover the critical role of soil testing, when and how to do it, and why skipping it is a bad idea. This one thing alone will help keep your trees healthy and looking their best!
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Aspen Tree crew during a tree service in a snowy day in New Jersey.

Navigating Northern New Jersey’s Winter Chill: A Guide to Protecting Your Trees

From freezing temperatures to heavy snowfall, de-icing salts to hydration issues, your trees confront many threats during the cold months. Learn the most effective strategies to keep your trees healthy and robust throughout northern New Jersey's winter season.
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A snow dusted coniferous branch with short green needles hangs in the sunlight in front of a snow covered field.

Advantages of Winter Tree Pruning in Northern New Jersey

Discover the secret to healthier and more vibrant trees in Northern New Jersey! Find out why winter is the perfect time to prune and revitalize your backyard oasis.
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When taking care of beautiful green foliage like this, you want to hire a New Jersey Licensed Tree Expert.

New Jersey Licensed Tree Expert Versus a Tree Care Operator

When you hire a tree service in the Garden State, make sure they're a New Jersey Licensed Tree Expert, not just a tree care operator. Learn the difference!
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