{"id":861,"date":"2019-12-10T10:56:17","date_gmt":"2019-12-10T10:56:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.treeservicefishers.com\/blog\/?p=861"},"modified":"2019-12-04T19:01:34","modified_gmt":"2019-12-04T19:01:34","slug":"the-most-common-types-of-winter-tree-damages","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.treeservicefishers.com\/blog\/the-most-common-types-of-winter-tree-damages\/","title":{"rendered":"The Most Common Types of Winter Tree Damages"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Wintertime is one of the most destructive seasons of the\nyear considering how impactful snow, ice, and cold temperatures can be, not\nonly to people, but also to our surrounding structures. One of the most\nvulnerable assets on our properties are our landscaping trees. They are highly\nsusceptible to all sorts of winter damage. For this reason, it is important to\nprotect your trees before the winter is officially in full affect. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Continue reading to learn the most common types of winter tree damages to be on the lookout for this season, as well as, how to protect your landscaping trees from such seasonal harm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"535\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treeservicefishers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Winter-Tree-Care-Fishers-Indiana-e1575486025342.jpg\" alt=\"Winter Tree Service Company 317-537-9770\" class=\"wp-image-862\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treeservicefishers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Winter-Tree-Care-Fishers-Indiana-e1575486025342.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.treeservicefishers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Winter-Tree-Care-Fishers-Indiana-e1575486025342-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treeservicefishers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Winter-Tree-Care-Fishers-Indiana-e1575486025342-768x457.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption>Fishers Tree Service Company 317-537-9770<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Snow and Ice Damage<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned, snow and ice are incredibly destructive, especially when it comes to trees and shrubs. Not only can the weight of the snow and ice jeopardize the structural integrity and strength of such flora, the mere amount of excess moisture can cause an extensive amount of damage to the entire tree, as well as the root system and surrounding soil. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to protect your trees and shrubs from snow and ice damage in the winter, it is important to mulch properly, stake your trees if they are young or vulnerable, and consider wrapping the trunk and burlap material to retain warmth through the entirety of the season. Then when spring comes, be sure to stay on top of your tree\u2019s pruning needs. When trees are pruned properly, there is less risk of broken branches and limbs as a result of heavy snow and ice accumulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Heavy Wind Damage<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>in the winter, snow and ice are not the only climate changes that can affect your landscaping. Strong winds are another common seasonal occurrence. Not only can they cause branches and tree limbs to break off, heavy winds can topple trees over completely. This is incredibly dangerous if trees are near houses, cars, playgrounds, and other areas where there is lots of human traffic or assets. In order to protect your trees from heavy wind damage, you might want to consider cabling embracing trees that are very young or vulnerable. Vulnerable trees would be trees that are sick, dying, leaning, or otherwise structurally-compromised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tree Trunk and Root Damage<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>A tree\u2019s trunk and root system is important because it grounds the tree and provides strength, stability, and nourishment. However, in the wintertime, inclement weather and cold temperatures can affect the quality of tree trunks and tree bark, and ultimately the underground root system. In order to protect your trees from trunk and root damage in the winter, it is important to ensure your trees are being properly fertilized, mulched, watered, and given plenty of sunlight. If you have questions about proper tree care in the springtime, see our blog, \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.treeservicefishers.com\/blog\/what-should-i-do-for-my-trees-right-before-spring\/ \" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"What Should I Do For My Trees Right Before Spring? (opens in a new tab)\">What Should I Do For My Trees Right Before Spring?<\/a>\u201d to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Get Professional Tree Care in Fishers, Indiana<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Call 317-537-9770<\/strong> for professional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treeservicefishers.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Fishers tree service <\/a>you can trust. We are highly trained and experienced tree care contractors that offer a wide range of residential and commercial tree services at competitive prices. We also offer tree service coupons and discounts! Request a free estimate for Fishers tree service, today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"944\" height=\"248\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treeservicefishers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Fishers-Tree-Service-Professionals.png\" alt=\"Fishers Tree Service Coupons\" class=\"wp-image-835\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treeservicefishers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Fishers-Tree-Service-Professionals.png 944w, https:\/\/www.treeservicefishers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Fishers-Tree-Service-Professionals-300x79.png 300w, https:\/\/www.treeservicefishers.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Fishers-Tree-Service-Professionals-768x202.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 944px) 100vw, 944px\" \/><figcaption>Fishers Tree Service Coupons 317-537-9770<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wintertime is one of the most destructive seasons of the year considering how impactful snow, ice, and cold temperatures can be, not only to people, but also to our surrounding structures. 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