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A tree can look perfectly fine from a distance, green, leafy, and standing tall, while hiding serious problems beneath the surface. As a tree surgeon in Cork, we’re often called out after a storm to deal with trees that seemed completely healthy right up until they failed. Here are five warning signs worth knowing, even […]

As a homeowner in Cork, you might assume that pruning is a job for whenever you have a free weekend. In reality, timing matters just as much as technique. Prune at the wrong point in the year and you can stress a tree, encourage disease, or accidentally remove next season’s blossom. Get the timing right,

Native trees not only make a beautiful garden feature, they are low-maintenance, climate adapted and support biodiversity. If you’re considering adding a native tree to your outdoor space, there are a few things to take into account to support longevity, such as finding a suitable spot, correct planting and ongoing care.  At Cork Tree Surgeons,

Before you remove any tree from your property in Cork, it’s crucial to understand whether you need permission. Many homeowners are surprised to learn that not all trees can be removed freely, even on private property. Here’s what you need to know. Tree Preservation Orders A Tree Preservation Order (TPO) is a legal protection placed

Now that summer’s here, you might be noticing just how much your trees have grown. What once provided pleasant shade might now be blocking out most of your sunlight, leaving your garden in permanent twilight. If you’re struggling to enjoy your outdoor space because of overgrown trees, you’re not alone. At Cork Tree Surgeons, we

If your ash tree still has not come into leaf while everything else in your garden is well into spring growth, you are not imagining it. Ash trees are naturally one of the last to bud, but if yours is showing bare branches well into April, patchy or stunted growth, or blackened wilting shoots, ash

Spring is one of the best times of year to plant a new tree. The ground is moist, temperatures are mild, and a newly planted tree has the whole growing season ahead to put down roots and establish itself. If you have been thinking about adding a tree to your Cork garden, now is a

Trees add real value to commercial properties. They look good, improve kerb appeal, and make a space feel more welcoming to customers and visitors. But for businesses across Cork, poorly maintained trees can quickly become a liability rather than an asset, and that is a problem worth taking seriously. Whether you manage a retail car

Spring is here, and Cork’s trees are waking up. New leaves are appearing, gardens are getting busier, and everything is starting to look lively again. But while most trees will sail through the season without any trouble, some will be quietly telling you that something is not quite right. Here are five things that we

Tree emergencies don’t follow a schedule. They happen during storms, in the middle of the night, or on quiet Sunday afternoons. At Cork Tree Surgeons, we understand that some tree problems simply can’t wait until normal business hours. Knowing when a situation qualifies as an emergency can protect your property, your family, and even save