by Galen Lichterfeld
What we’re UP to…
After a cold winter with boots – mostly – on snowy ground, we are happy to be getting back into the trees! Late-winter fruit tree pruning is an annual time to service home orchards on the mainland and islands. If you have apples or other fruit-bearing trees that need a little TLC, please reach out or text a photo to Galen! Apple and pear trees love to produce suckering water sprouts that stick straight up towards the sky. This growth is pruned annually or bi-annually so energy can be directed to the fruit, rather than creation of new branches. Traditionally suckers are pruned mid to late winter, but they can also be removed in the warm season.
New Service
Symmetree is now offering Spring & Fall cleanup services! Think: trimmed hedges, blown leaves, invasive removals and raked up fallen branches. We can also chip large debris piles. Whatever it takes to get your yard clear and ready for summer growing & mowing. Please reach out to get on a list for Spring Cleanup of your property!
Sad News: Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) presence in Central Maine
It is with heavy hearts that we bear witness to the presence of the Emerald Ash Borer beetle in Waterville and surrounding areas. Some of our frequented roads are already showing telltale signs of EAB. Trees showing significant signs of EAB are already compromised and may need to have removal scheduled soon, as they can be very hazardous when left too long. Healthy ash trees can be preventatively treated. Check out this resource on identifying EAB if you’re curious or concerned it might be on your property. You can also text a photo of the tree in question if you’re needing assistance identifying the species!
If you want to learn more about EAB in Maine, here are a few resources: Maine Audobon, Maine Public Article, Dept. of Ag. & Forestry.
Happy News, an Apology, and a Promise!
Last season was a busy year with the new addition of a baby, Silas born in June, and continued growth of the business (YAY!). Due to these wonderful factors, our standard of communication unfortunately declined. We are so appreciative to our loyal customers, and want to THANK YOU for being understanding and patient with us! We are in the process of streamlining communication to improve both timeliness and thoroughness.
** If you are concerned we have forgotten about planned work, not heard from us in a while, or have experienced other lapses in communication, we ask for forgiveness, and encourage you to please reach out.
Schedule an estimate!
Now’s a great time to get a quote for work you’ve been considering having done at your home or business property. Estimates are free! Just text or call and we’ll schedule a time for Galen to come look at the work. We are currently building our summer schedule, so now is a great time to get on the calendar. This is especially helpful if you have a seasonal property with limited winter access.
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