Does Mulch Encourage Grubs, Termites, or Other Pests? Separating Myth from Fact

Mulch is one of the most effective tools in any homeowner’s landscaping toolbox. It conserves moisture, regulates soil temperature, suppresses weeds, and improves soil health over time. But if you’ve ever hesitated to use mulch near your home or trees because you’ve heard it might attract pests, especially termites or [...]

Why Temperature Monitoring Matters in Mulch and Compost Production

When you think about mulch or compost, you probably envision healthy gardens, thriving landscapes, and nutrient-rich soil. But behind the scenes, crafting high-quality mulch and compost is a science—and one of the most important (but least visible) parts of that process is temperature control. At Hansen’s Tree Service, we take [...]

Mulch Season Is Here!

Refreshing or improving landscaping by putting down fresh mulch has become an annual rite of spring, and for good reason. Few landscaping projects have the immediate and lasting – well, for a year or so – impact that new mulch can have when spread around trees, flowers and landscaping elements. [...]

Rake The Leaves, But Get Trees Ready For Winter

Fall is here and the raking, leaf blowing, bagging and mulching has begun. Fall is a busy time for homeowners with large trees or large numbers of trees as they scramble to clear leaves before the first snowfall. And that’s not far away, as the first official day of winter [...]

HOW TO BUILD A RAISED GARDEN BED

Getting a little stir-crazy sitting inside? Why not spend some time outside with the family to build a raised garden bed! It’s simple and sure to keep your house busy for the days to come. Location When planning the location of your garden, be sure to keep in mind the [...]