The Reed Tree Service Blog
Tree care tips, storm prep guides, and stories from the field.
What to Do With the Logs When a Tree Comes Down
After a tree removal, you're left with a choice about what to do with the logs. Here's what's worth keeping for firewood, what isn't, and how to handle wood you don't want.
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Why Fall and Winter Is the Best Time to Plant Trees in North Florida
October through February is the best planting window around Tallahassee. Why it works, how to plant, and how to water new trees through year one.
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Emergency Tree Removal in Tallahassee: What to Do When a Tree Falls
Emergency tree removal in Tallahassee: what to do when a tree falls on your house, car or driveway. Call Josh at (850) 888-5603, Mon-Sat 8 AM to 8 PM.
Read MoreEastern Red Cedar in North Florida: Care, Management, and Removal
Eastern red cedar is common throughout North Florida, native, dense-wooded, and sometimes problematic in landscapes. Here's what to know.
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DIY Tree Removal: What's Relatively Safe, What's Not, and When to Call a Pro
Some homeowners can handle small tree removal themselves. Many can't, and the difference between the two is more about the tree than the homeowner. Here's how to think it through.
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Crown Cleaning and Deadwood Removal: What It Is and Why It Matters
Crown cleaning (removing dead, dying, and crossing branches from a tree's canopy) is one of the most important and commonly recommended tree maintenance tasks in North Florida.
Read MoreIs My Tree Dead? How to Tell and How Long You Have in Tallahassee
How to tell whether a tree is dead, how fast dead trees break down in North Florida, and how long you have for laurel oak, water oak, and pine.
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Tree Service in South Georgia: What Property Owners in Thomasville, Valdosta & Beyond Need to Know
Hiring a tree service in South Georgia is different from hiring one in a big city. Here's what to expect from a North Florida crew working throughout the region.
Read MoreCrape Myrtle Care in Tallahassee: How to Prune and What to Stop Doing
Crape myrtles are everywhere in Tallahassee, and they're among the most routinely butchered trees in the South. Here's how to care for crape myrtles correctly and what 'crape murder' actually does to them.
Read MoreCo-Dominant Stems: The Hidden Structural Risk in Trees
Co-dominant stems and included bark are among the most common causes of unexpected tree failures in North Florida. How to spot them and what to do.
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Pecan Tree Problems in South Georgia: When to Prune, When to Remove
Pecan trees are everywhere in South Georgia, and they cause more property damage than most people expect. Here's what to watch for and when to call a professional.
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Chinese Tallow Removal in North Florida: Why It's Worth Taking Out
Chinese tallow is among the South's most invasive trees, beautiful in fall but devastating to native plants. What to know about removal in North Florida.
Read MoreChinaberry Tree Removal in North Florida
Chinaberry is a fast-growing invasive tree common in North Florida that produces toxic berries and seeds aggressively. Here's what to know about chinaberry removal and why it's worth doing.
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5 Warning Signs Your Tree Is a Hazard (Before It Becomes an Emergency)
These are the signs every North Florida and South Georgia homeowner should check for. A dangerous tree doesn't always look dangerous, until it falls.
Read MoreTree Cabling and Bracing: What It Actually Does (and Doesn't)
Tree cabling and bracing can extend the life of a structurally compromised tree. But it's not a cure-all, here's what it does, when it makes sense, and its limits.
Read MoreNorth Florida Native Trees: Best Picks for Tallahassee Yards
North Florida native trees for Tallahassee yards: live oak, longleaf pine, magnolia and more, with size and upkeep. Call Josh at (850) 888-5603.
Read MoreBamboo Removal in Tallahassee and North Florida: What Actually Works
Bamboo spreads aggressively and is notoriously hard to remove. Bamboo removal in North Florida: what works, what doesn't, and how to prevent regrowth.
Read MoreAssessing Your Trees After a Storm: What's Urgent and What Can Wait
After a hurricane or major storm, the instinct is to deal with everything immediately. Some tree damage is urgent, some isn't. Here's how to triage storm damage correctly.
Read MoreSpring Tree Pruning in Tallahassee: Why March is the Perfect Time
Learn why March is ideal for tree pruning in North Florida. Expert tips on spring pruning benefits, timing, and techniques for Tallahassee's live oaks and other trees.
Read MoreWhat to Expect from an Arborist Consultation
What actually happens during a professional tree assessment, what you'll learn, and how to use that information to make decisions about your trees.
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