Key Takeaways Oak Wilt Threat: This lethal new Middle Tennessee fungus chokes an oak’s water flow, killing it within weeks. How It Spreads: The disease moves aggressively via connected underground roots and spore-carrying beetles. Pruning Danger: Trimming oaks from May to September attracts beetles, making summer pruning highly risky. Proactive Defense: Property owners must prune […]
Read MoreKey Takeaways Nashville’s urban trees face constant stress from compacted clay soil, heat, drought, and pollution. Healthy soil is the foundation of long-term tree health and stability. Preventive plant health care reduces the risk of pests, disease, and storm damage. Strategic pruning improves airflow, removes hazards, and supports healthy growth. Annual inspections and seasonal maintenance […]
Read MoreKey Takeaways: Root health is the primary indicator of a tree’s long-term survival in Middle Tennessee’s limestone-heavy soil. Symptoms of root decline often appear in the upper canopy first, known as crown dieback. Girdling roots act like a slow-motion noose, cutting off the flow of nutrients and water. Mushrooms or fungal conks at the base […]
Read MoreKey Takeaways: Pruning oaks during the dormant season (late fall to early spring) is critical to prevent Oak Wilt. Williamson County oaks are most vulnerable to sap-feeding beetles between April and July. Strategic thinning improves airflow and reduces the risk of branch failure during Tennessee thunderstorms. Deadwood removal can be performed year-round, but structural pruning […]
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“Can't recommend The Good Tree Company enough. Joseph's knowledge of trees and what we need to be paying attention to was tremendous. The team came and did a variety of things (bush removal, holly bush trims, tree removal and some Crepe Myrtle clean up).”
“Love the Good Tree team. They have been helping me since I moved in a few years ago with a property [with] over 15+ mature trees. They have been very helpful in the transition from building a home to maintaining mature trees and improving the soil post-construction. Highly recommend them.”
“Great experience from start to finish. We had a tree that was not blooming so they came out and gave us some reasons that might cause it and recommendations on what we could do. Took part of the tree out and advised us to wait and see if it responded. They are extremely knowledgeable and reasonable!”
“Good Tree Company is the best tree company that we have worked with - in our 40 years of managing trees at our home. We also have the perspective of owning and managing many pine tree plantations ... Not only do we recommend The Good Tree Company, but we wish for their continued success in this business.”
“The Good Tree crew removed a large tree for us yesterday and did some major trimming, pruning, stump grinding, and cabling. It was a positive experience all around, from Casey's initial assessment to complete clean-up before they left.”
“I would highly recommend this company! They removed several large arborvitaes, an oak tree and then trimmed 4 other trees on our property. They were on time, very professional, thoughtful on how to best trim the trees to maintain their health and for a fair price. From quote to finish, it was a great experience!”
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