Arbor & Tree Care
Arbor Care:
Estate Landscaping has a separate arbor division with its own crews and specialty tree trimming equipment and vehicles.
Hardwoods and palm trees can provide value to your landscaping for decades by providing shade in the summer heat and positively influencing the aesthetics of your landscaping. Estate’s Tree Care program promotes the health and vitality of hardwoods and palms.
Our program includes:
- A certified arborist on staff, Estate can manage the pruning of all Palm and Hardwood trees both big and small.
- All ANSI (American National Standards Institute) for pruning services.
- Both the FNGLA (Florida Nursery Growers and Landscape Association) and Florida ISA (International Society of Arborists) standards when pruning with the health of the tree in mind.
- Palm pruning
- Hardwood pruning and thinning
- Specialty palm fertilization program
- Bud drenching (insect control)
“Nick and his crew are doing a fantastic job and I am getting remarks from board members and owners how good a job they are doing. All 3 places are showing a significant improvement in a short period of time.
The communication with Nick is great and any requests or issues are handled very professionally.
Text messages and or calls are answered promptly or callbacks in a very short time frame.
I highly recommend Estate Landscaping”.
Gabriela Oetting
Property Manager — Hayden & Associates
Tree & Arbor Care – FAQ
Q: What is included in your tree and palm care services during Q1?
A: During Q1, Estate Landscaping provides a comprehensive tree and palm care program designed to support the safety, health, and long-term vitality of your landscape’s most valuable assets. Services are categorized into two main areas:
1. Pruning Services
Palm Pruning
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- Removal of dead or dying fronds
- Elimination of seed pods and fruiting bodies
- Crown cleaning to reduce debris and enhance appearance
- Wind resistance reduction to support hurricane preparedness
Hardwood Tree Pruning
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- Crown thinning and canopy shaping
- Removal of hazardous, dead, or diseased limbs
- Elevation of lower branches for clearance and visibility
- Structural pruning for long-term tree stability
Pruning is performed in accordance with ANSI A300 industry standards and scheduled in Q1 to minimize stress and optimize seasonal readiness.
2. Plant Health Assessments and Preventive Treatments
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- Palm Fertilization: Custom nutrient blends targeting deficiencies common in Southwest Florida soils (e.g., potassium, magnesium, manganese)
- Bud Drenching: Preventive treatment against invasive pests such as palm weevils and scale insects
- Insect and Disease Monitoring: Identification of early-stage pest activity and diseases affecting both palms and hardwoods
- Fungal Inspections: Detection of pathogens that may compromise root, trunk, or canopy health
- Nutrient Deficiency Evaluation: Soil and tissue assessment to support appropriate fertilization planning
Q2: Why is specialized arbor care important for commercial landscapes in Southwest Florida?
A2: Proper tree care reduces storm risk, promotes healthy growth, ensures compliance with safety regulations, and preserves long-term landscape aesthetics.
Q3: How do you monitor and proactively manage tree health?
A3: Our certified arborists conduct routine inspections, identify early signs of stress or disease, and apply preventive care strategies before problems escalate.
Q4: Do you coordinate tree care with your other landscape services?
A4: Yes. Our tree care is fully integrated with irrigation, maintenance, and fertilization services, ensuring a cohesive and efficient landscape management plan.
Q5: Can tree care and pruning services help mitigate storm/hurricane damage?
A5: Absolutely. Proper pruning and maintenance reduce the risk of fallen branches, tree failure, and structural hazards during storm events.
Q6: How do you assess and manage hazardous trees or limbs, and do you provide stump removal?
A6: Estate Landscaping offers professional Tree Risk Assessment (TRA) services to identify and address hazardous trees or limbs that pose a threat to people, property, or infrastructure. Our approach emphasizes safety, compliance, and proactive risk mitigation for commercial properties, gated communities, and institutional landscapes.
Tree Risk Assessment Includes:
- Visual Inspection by ISA-Certified Arborists trained in tree biomechanics and risk evaluation
- Identification of:
- Dead, cracked, or split limbs
- Trees with poor structure (e.g., co-dominant stems, included bark)
- Root instability or signs of root plate failure
- Canopy imbalance or lean
- Cavities, decay, or fungal conks present on trunk or base
- Trees impacted by recent storms, construction, or soil compaction
Hazardous Limb or Tree Removal
- Safe and controlled removal of structurally compromised trees
- Elimination of limbs that pose a risk to pedestrians, vehicles, or nearby structures
- Coordinated removals to avoid damage to turf, hardscapes, or underground utilities
- Compliance with local codes and permitting requirements, where applicable
Stump Grinding Services
- Full grinding of stumps following tree removal
- Root system removal when necessary to prevent regrowth or obstruction
- Backfilling and site restoration for replanting or aesthetic continuity