Mulching Dos and Don’ts: Vancouver Tree Service Guide Without Causing Damage

Discover the proper mulching methods that Vancouver arborists use to promote tree health, prevent root rot, and avoid the costly mistakes that can kill even the healthiest trees.
Arborist Vancouver Tree Species Red Flags: The Costly Mistakes Homeowners Make When Choosing Trees

Sarah thought she was making a smart choice when she planted that beautiful weeping willow in her Kitsilano backyard five years ago. The nursery said it would provide lovely shade and create a peaceful retreat. Today, she’s facing a $12,000 bill to repair her foundation, replace her sewer line, and remove what has become a […]
Storm-Damaged Tree Stabilization 2025: Arborist Vancouver Emergency Protocols You Should Know

The morning after Vancouver’s latest windstorm, you step outside to find your beautiful 40-year-old maple leaning precariously toward your neighbor’s house, its massive trunk split but still partially connected. Your first thought might be panic—is it going to fall? Who’s responsible? Can it be saved? You’re not alone. Vancouver’s increasingly intense storm seasons, driven by […]
Mastering Japanese Maple Pruning: The Complete Arborist Vancouver Guide to Ornamental Tree Care Excellence

Discover the latest research-backed pruning methods that Vancouver arborists use to maintain stunning Japanese maples, including optimal timing, variety-specific techniques, and disease prevention strategies that ensure your ornamental trees thrive for decades in our coastal environment.
How Wildfire Recovery and New City Policies Are Changing Tree Care Forever in Vancouver

From climate-resilient tree species to updated permit requirements, explore how Vancouver’s 2025 Urban Forest Strategy is transforming residential and commercial tree care while addressing wildfire impacts across BC.
Vancouver’s Ambitious 30% Tree Canopy Goal Creates Unprecedented Opportunities

Discover why Vancouver’s groundbreaking Urban Forest Strategy isn’t just about pretty trees—it’s creating financial incentives, property value increases, and climate resilience benefits that smart property owners are already capitalizing on
Vancouver’s Complete Guide to Professional Tree Care in 2025: Emergency Services, Health Assessments, and Sustainable Practices

When the massive windstorm hit Vancouver last March, Sarah Chen’s century-old oak tree came crashing down across her West Side driveway at 2 AM, blocking her family’s exit and threatening their home’s foundation. Within four hours of her emergency call, Aesthetic Tree and Hedge Care’s certified arborists had safely removed the fallen giant, assessed the […]
How Deep Should a Root Barrier Installation Be in Vancouver?

There’s a common misconception in Vancouver (whether in North Vancouver or West Vancouver ) that any old plastic sheet buried beside a tree will magically stop roots from cracking your sidewalks, lifting your driveway, or threatening your foundation. In reality, root barrier installation is a precise, science-backed process—and if you get the depth wrong, you […]