arboritherapy and nature
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Essential Tree Pruning Maintenance for Plant Health and Safety
Tree trimming is an important practice to ensure the health, safety, and aesthetics of the trees in your yard or on your property. Whether it is to remove dead branches, promote better growth, or ensure the safety of people and surrounding structures, tree trimming is a necessary step throughout the life of a tree. This […]
10 March 2025 -
Urban Biodiversity and Air Quality How Green Spaces Transform Our Cities
In a context of population growth and accelerated urbanization, air quality in urban areas has become a major public health and well-being issue. However, at the very heart of our cities, natural solutions are emerging to improve the environment: urban biodiversity. By integrating more green spaces, parks, community gardens and green roofs, municipalities are transforming […]
17 February 2025 -
The Benefits of Tree Pruning for Tree Health and Safety
Why prune a tree? Pruning is an essential practice for maintaining the health of trees while ensuring the safety of surrounding areas. Removing dead or diseased branches limits the spread of disease and improves the overall structure of the tree. This intervention is especially important in urban areas where trees are often exposed to stressful […]
8 January 2025 -
Managing dead ash trees represents an ecological and safety challenge
Dead ash trees have become a major environmental problem, particularly in Quebec, where the spread of the emerald ash borer has caused the massive disappearance of these trees. These trees, which play a crucial role in the ecosystem, become a threat when they die. They become fragile, at risk of falling and causing damage, while […]
18 December 2024 -
Management and Prevention of Risks Associated with Dead Ash Trees
Dead ash trees are a growing problem in many areas, primarily due to the spread of the emerald ash borer, a pest that specifically attacks these trees. When an ash tree dies, it quickly becomes a threat to the safety of public and private spaces. Here are the main issues related to dead ash trees, […]
12 November 2024 -
The tree inventory is a key tool for sustainable management of green spaces.
Tree inventory is a crucial step in the management of green spaces, whether public or private. It’s a systematic process that involves identifying and assessing the trees in a given area, collecting data on their number, species, size, state of health and location. This practice not only helps us to better understand the composition of […]
20 October 2024 -
Tree felling: Importance, methods and precautions to take
Tree felling is an essential task, often necessary to ensure safety, preserve the health of green spaces, or free up space for new developments. However, felling a tree is not an operation to be taken lightly. This activity must be carried out according to the rules of the art, taking into account several technical and […]
14 September 2024 -
Transforming Branches into a Resource for a Healthy Garden
Branch shredding is an increasingly popular gardening practice for both individuals and professionals. This process involves shredding branches and other plant residues to make mulch or compost, transforming green waste into valuable resources. In this article, we will explore the many benefits of branch shredding, the different methods available, as well as tips for optimizing […]
24 August 2024 -
The Crucial Importance of Trees for Our Ecosystem
Tree stump removal, also known as stump removal, is an essential task for many property owners and managers. Whether after felling a tree or due to existing troublesome stumps, stump removal is crucial to maintaining the aesthetics and safety of your property. This article explores the different methods of stump removal, why it is important, […]
17 July 2024 -
The Crucial Importance of Trees for Our Ecosystem
Preserving trees is a crucial environmental concern in our time. Trees play a vital role in the ecosystem, providing oxygen, absorbing carbon dioxide, and supporting diverse biodiversity. They also contribute to soil stabilization and the regulation of water cycles. Here’s a look at why tree preservation is essential and what actions we can take to […]
24 June 2024 -
Saving Trees: An Environmental and Social Necessity
Saving trees is a crucial mission in the current context of global environmental crisis. Trees play a fundamental role in regulating the climate, preserving biodiversity and improving the quality of human life. They are the lungs of our planet, absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing the oxygen necessary for life. However, in the face of massive […]
24 May 2024 -
Preserving biodiversity during deforestation projects: ecological strategies for sustainable development
Deforestation projects are often necessary for a variety of reasons, whether to create new urban spaces, exploit natural resources or develop infrastructure. However, these activities can have a significant impact on biodiversity and local ecosystems. In this article, we take an in-depth look at ecological strategies for preserving biodiversity during deforestation projects, while promoting sustainable, […]
19 April 2024 -
Aesthetic pruning vs. functional pruning: understanding the differences and the implications for your trees
Pruning trees is essential to maintain their health, safety and aesthetics. However, there are two main approaches to this task: aesthetic pruning and functional pruning. Understanding the differences between these two methods and their implications can help you make informed decisions for the well-being of your trees. In this article, we’ll explore these two approaches […]
25 March 2024 -
Arboritherapy: How trees can improve your mental and physical well-being
Trees, nature’s majestic giants, offer much more than shade and oxygen. Their presence has a profound impact on our mental and physical well-being, a fact supported by an emerging science called arboritherapy. In this article, we explore how trees can nourish our minds and bodies, and how you can integrate this green therapy into your […]
19 February 2024 -
Choosing the right tree species for your property: A complete guide
The choice of tree species for your property is a crucial decision that impacts not only the aesthetics of your outdoor space, but also local biodiversity, soil quality, and even the value of your property. Choosing the right tree species for your region and individual needs ensures healthy, sustainable growth and contributes to ecological balance. […]
22 January 2024 -
Responsible deforestation: Minimizing environmental impact for a sustainable future
Deforestation, a ubiquitous practice in construction and urbanization projects, requires a well-thought-out approach to minimize its impact on the ecosystem. While the need to deforest may be indisputable, the way in which we undertake this activity plays a crucial role in preserving our planet’s biodiversity and sustainability. Understanding the Ecosystem Importance of Biodiversity The biodiversity […]
22 January 2024 -
Trees as an ecological solution for stormwater management
More than just decorative elements, trees are emerging as invaluable allies in the intelligent management of urban stormwater. Their contribution extends far beyond aesthetics, offering significant ecological benefits and sustainable solutions to mitigate stormwater problems. The sponge effect of trees Tree roots act like natural sponges, efficiently absorbing water from the soil. This absorption capacity […]
1 January 2024 -
Trees as natural remedies: an introduction to arboritherapy
Trees, majestic guardians of nature, transcend their role as simple landscape components to become powerful allies in our quest for well-being. Arboritherapy, also known as tree therapy, has its roots in a deep understanding of the therapeutic benefits that trees offer to our mental and physical health. Let’s explore this innovative approach further, highlighting how […]
1 January 2024
