Tree Health & Maintenance

Why Tree Health Matters

Your trees are a valuable part of your property. They provide shade, improve air quality, increase property value, and make your landscape beautiful. But trees need regular care to stay healthy, especially in Hollister's climate where hot, dry summers stress even the toughest species.

Healthy trees resist disease, survive droughts, and live longer. Sick or stressed trees become weak, drop branches, and eventually die. Regular tree health maintenance catches problems early when they're easier to fix. We help you protect your investment and keep your trees thriving for years to come.

Signs Your Trees Need Care

Trees can't tell you when they're struggling, but they show warning signs if you know what to look for:

• •Leaves turning brown, wilting, or dropping outside of normal fall season
• •Dead or dying branches in the canopy
• •Cracks, splits, or holes in the trunk or major branches
• •Mushrooms or fungus growing at the base or on the trunk
• •Peeling or missing bark that exposes bare wood
• •Sawdust around the base indicating boring insects
• •Leaning trunk or exposed roots from soil erosion

If you see any of these signs, your tree needs professional attention. Early treatment can often save a tree that would otherwise decline and die.

Our Tree Health Services

We offer comprehensive tree care to keep your landscape healthy:

Health Inspections

Our certified arborists examine your trees for signs of disease, pest infestation, structural problems, and environmental stress. We identify issues before they become serious and recommend the right treatment plan.

Pest and Disease Treatment

We diagnose and treat common tree pests and diseases found in Hollister. This includes boring insects, leaf diseases, root rot, and fungal infections. Treatment might involve targeted pesticide applications, fungicide treatments, or pruning infected areas to stop the spread.

Fertilization and Soil Care

Trees need proper nutrients to grow strong. We test your soil and apply the right fertilizers to correct deficiencies. Deep root fertilization delivers nutrients directly to the root zone where trees need them most.

Watering and Irrigation Planning

Proper watering is critical in Hollister's dry climate. We help you develop an irrigation schedule that keeps trees healthy without wasting water. Too much water causes root rot, while too little stresses the tree and makes it vulnerable to pests.

Structural Support Systems

Trees with weak branches or split trunks can be stabilized with cables and braces. These support systems reduce the risk of failure while the tree heals, often saving trees that would otherwise need removal.

Preventive Tree Care

The best tree care is preventive. Regular maintenance keeps trees healthy and catches problems early. We recommend annual inspections for mature trees and young trees in their first few years after planting.

Preventive care includes proper pruning to maintain good structure and air circulation, which reduces disease risk. We also check for early signs of pest infestation and treat before populations explode. Combined with regular trimming and pruning, health maintenance gives you strong, attractive trees. For expert evaluation, we also offer professional arborist consulting services.

Tree Health Questions