Titan Arbor Care can help prepare and protect your trees before the winter months arrive

By Adam Cook

Before the autumn leaves fall, Titan Arbor Care wants to ensure you’re fully prepared for winter and help you maintain a beautiful and safe yard.

Stump removal and fall tree care perfect your landscape, prevent potential hazards, and promote the health of your trees and plants. Jay Dalton, a certified arborist and co-owner of the Medina County tree care provider, offers insight on these essential services so you won’t be left stumped from one season to the next.

Benefits of Stump Removal

1. Esthetic Improvement

“Removing unsightly stumps enhances the overall appearance of your yard,” Jay says.

Titan Arbor Care’s grinding equipment is designed for maximum impact and minimal disruption. When crews remove stumps, they haul away grindings, spread fresh topsoil, and immediately plant grass. The goal is to leave no trace unless you request the mulch be spread in garden beds or around tree bases to protect against soon-to-be-dropping temperatures.

“Removing stumps frees up valuable real estate for new beds and trees,” Jay notes.

2. Safety

“Stumps can be tripping hazards, especially in areas where children play or high-traffic zones. Removing them reduces the risk of accidents,” Jay says.

Stumps and exposed roots pose an even greater danger when hidden under a white blanket of snow.

3. Landscape Health

“Leftover stumps can attract insects such as termites, ants and beetles, spreading to healthy trees and encroaching on homes,” Jay says. “Removing and grinding stumps eliminates potential breeding grounds for these pests.”

Additionally, dead or decaying stumps can harbor fungi and pathogens that may spread to other trees or plants.

“By removing stumps, you reduce the risk of transmission of infestation or disease and protect the health of your landscape,” Jay adds.

According to Jay, in some species of trees stumps can also lead to continued root growth, causing damage under sidewalks, driveways, or foundations. Conversely, he says, decomposing stumps can leave voids in the soil, affecting lawn health and creating uneven ground. Stump removal and grinding address the root cause.

Fall Tree Care
Even with stumps out of the way so they won’t get lost under a blanket of snow, it’s wise to take stock of your property and develop a service plan with a reliable tree care provider before gently falling leaves give way to hazardous branches laden with ice.

1. Pruning

It’s essential to rely on the expertise of a professional tree care provider to identify and remove dead or diseased branches.

Pruning extends the lifespan of trees and can significantly reduce hazards to your family, neighbors and home.

2. Tree Injections and Fertilizations

Tree injections involve inserting a solution containing nutrients, pesticides or fungicides directly into a tree’s vascular system.

“Injections help trees recover from stress and protect against specific diseases and pests,” Jay says.

According to Jay, fall fertilizations involve applying a slow-release fertilizer to the soil, strengthening the root system and promoting healthy growth in the spring.

3. Tree Removal and Planting

Removing hazardous trees before winter mitigates the risk of branches or entire trees falling during storms, which you do not want to deal with during a bout of extreme winter weather. Proactive planning over the fall protects property, power lines and people, not to mention unsuspecting rooftops.

Still, autumn is a prime time to plant a tree because cooler temperatures reduce stress on newly planted trees, allowing them to focus on root development.

“Selecting the right tree for the right spot is where we showcase our expertise as certified arborists,” Jay says. “We’ll replace the wrong tree in the wrong place with the right tree in the right place.”

Guard your yard. Call 216-586-6955. Titan Arbor Care is standing by. For a complete list of services, visit TitanArborCare.com.