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# Shady Lane Expert Tree Care

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- [Ants Control & Removal](https://shadylanetreecare.com/ants-control/): You can find ants in soil, wood, under rocks, inside walls and structures, trees and pavement cracks.  They are adaptable and thrive in forests, grasslands, deserts and urban area.
- [Aphids on Plants: Signs, Damage & Control](https://shadylanetreecare.com/aphids/): Many species of aphids cause the greatest damage when temperatures are warm but not hot. Plants exhibiting aphid damage can have a variety of symptoms, such as decreased growth rates, yellowing, stunted growth, curled leaves, browning, wilting, low yields and death. The removal of sap from the phloem vessels in plants creates a lack of vigor in the plant. Aphids consume an excess of sap to satisfy their nutritional requirements. The excess is expelled as “honeydew”. The coating of plants with honeydew can contribute to the spread of fungi which can damage plants. Honeydew produced by aphids has been observed to reduce the effectiveness of fungicides as well. Aphid saliva is toxic to plants. Aphids frequently transmit disease-causing organisms like plant viruses to their hosts. Once aphid numbers are high and they have begun to distort and curl leaves they will shelter inside hiding from insecticides or natural enemies.
- [Rhizosphaera Needlecast](https://shadylanetreecare.com/rhizosphaera_needlecast/): With a hand lens, you can see rows of black specks on the needles, where the pycnidia have emerged through the stomates of the needles. These black fruiting bodies are diagnostic of infection by Rhizosphaera. Healthy needles have white stomates. The fungus lives inside the needle tissue, producing pycnidia that emerge through the stomates. Spores are released throughout the growing season during wet weather. Symptoms usually appear in the lower part of the tree first and progress upward. Older inner needles show symptoms first. Needles may first develop yellow or red speckles or blotches before turning brown or purple. Needles drop off the tree. Most infection occurs on mature needles in May and June during wet weather.
- [Apple Scab Disease](https://shadylanetreecare.com/apple-scab/): Crabapples and apple vary widely in their resistance to scab. Related (but different) species of the fungus that cause apple scab produce scab on hawthorn, mountain ash and pyracantha.
- [Boxwood Blight](https://shadylanetreecare.com/boxwood-blight/): HOST PLANTS: Boxwoods
- [How to Know When a Tree Should Be Removed](https://shadylanetreecare.com/tree-removal-blog/): When choosing to take down or remove a tree you may have a lot of factors and things to consider. Shady Lane Expert Tree Care can provide on-site advice from an expert in the field of tree health and tree care to help provide sound advice. Trees can become unsafe from a decline in health or other outside factors like storm damage or construction impacts.
- [Heat Stress – Shady Lane Expert Tree Care](https://shadylanetreecare.com/tree-heat-stress/): As we reach the halfway point of the Summer season, we are starting to see a high number of trees suffering from Heat Stress.
- [Working with an Arborist: Drive-Along Diaries #1](https://shadylanetreecare.com/working-with-an-arborist-drive-along-diaries/): Discover Jason Deveau's recent article about collaborating with one of our skilled arborists at Shady Lane Expert Tree Care. Visit our page to read more.
- [Magnolia Scale](https://shadylanetreecare.com/magnolia-scale-shady-lane-tree-care/): Magnolia scale is showing up this season. We have not seen this insect for a few years. This cyclical insect must be dealt with in the appropriate manner and timing is essential.
- [Oak Wilt Issues](https://shadylanetreecare.com/oak-wilt-update-ontario/): At Shady Lane Tree Care, we would like to take a moment to inform you about a concerning tree disease known as Oak Wilt. As a trusted tree care company, providing you with important information regarding this issue is essential.
- [Massive Box Tree Moth.](https://shadylanetreecare.com/massive-box-tree-moth-larvae/): The biggest box tree moth larvae we have seen so far this season and is about ready to pupate. Then they will return in July to start eating again.
- [CEDARS; PLANT HEALTH CARE AND MAINTENANCE](https://shadylanetreecare.com/cedars-plant-health-care-and-maintenance/): CEDARS; PLANT HEALTH CARE AND MAINTENANCE
- [Two new services at Shady Lane](https://shadylanetreecare.com/new-services-shady-lane-tree-care/): We are excited to announce two new tools in our toolbelt at Shady Lane. The first tool, the Pocket PEA, measures leaf chlorophyll fluorescence and is useful in diagnosing if a tree is healthy or in decline. The second tool, the microscope and associated microbial analysis, can help us understand why. Watch our sponsorship video from the ISA-O 2022 Conference to hear our staff explain how each tool works. Read the fact sheets for more information.
- [Spring is in the Air!!](https://shadylanetreecare.com/spring-is-in-the-air/): Call to get your free estimate or book your existing service.
- [Boxwood Leaf Miner](https://shadylanetreecare.com/boxwood_leaf_miner/): HOST PLANTS:Boxwood Buxus spp.
- [Pear Trellis Rust](https://shadylanetreecare.com/pear-trellis-rust/): PEAR TRELLIS RUST
- [Eastern Tent Caterpillar](https://shadylanetreecare.com/earstern-tent-caterpillar/): This insect is one of the most widespread defoliators of deciduous trees. The young caterpillars quickly gather at a major branch fork and begin to build a web from which they exit to feed on newly opened leaves. Larvae spin a fine strand of silk wherever they go. As the caterpillars grow, so does the size of the tent. When populations are large, whole trees become covered with webbing and all leaves are devoured.
- [Fall Webworm](https://shadylanetreecare.com/fall_webworm/): HOSTS;The favourite hosts of the Fall Webworm include Walnut, Cherry, Hickory, Crabapple and Birch trees. They have been known to feed on at least 88 species of plants.
- [How to Properly Water Trees and Shrubs](https://shadylanetreecare.com/properly-water-trees-and-shrubs/): Overwatering damage to trees and shrubs is an overwhelming problem usually as the result of the misuse of underground sprinkler systems.
- [Fall Deep Root Fertilizer](https://shadylanetreecare.com/deep-root-blog/): As a valued Shady Lane client, you have either received fertilization for your trees and shrubs in the past or already get regular visits for deep root fertilization. Maybe you have never had fertilization for your trees and shrubs. This explains why fertilizing is so important.
- [LDD(Gypsy Moth) Newsletter](https://shadylanetreecare.com/gypsy-moth-newsletter/): The Spring of 2020 will be remembered for several reasons. The Covid 19 Pandemic, a 2 month drought and the defoliation of thousands of trees throughout York Region.
- [TAR SPOT(Rhytisma acerinum)](https://shadylanetreecare.com/tar-spots-blog-post/): Host Trees; Norway, Silver, Red, Mountain, Manitoba, Bigleaf and Sugar maples, Life Cycle;Emerged leaves are infected in spring during cool, wet weather. This fungus is found mostly on Norway Maple trees and causes large spots, up to nearly an inch in diameter. As maple leaves develop to full size, light to yellowish green spots develop in the infected areas of the leaves. The area becomes yellow, with numerous small, raised black spots forming within the yellow area. As late summer and early fall approaches, the black spots coalesce to form a large, irregular, shiny raised spot with the appearance of wet tar, called a stroma. Severely infected leaves may fall prematurely. How it’s Spread;In early Spring, sticky spores are released from fruiting bodies on disease maple leaves lying on the ground, and travel in the air to developing maple leaves. Within a month or two, light green spots develop on infected leaves. The tarlike spots don’t appear until late summer of fall. After overwintering, the tarlike lesions on fallen leaves produce sexual spores that infect young maple leaves and continue the cycle of infection for another season. Management;There are no registered fungicides in Ontario to control this disease. In recent years, tar spot caused by Rhytisma acerinum has been increasing in frequency and severity in Ontario. The fungus overwinters on fallen, diseased maple leaves. Rake up and destroy maple leaves in autumn to reduce the amount of inoculum for the following spring. In the home landscape, raking up fallen leaves may be sufficient to manage the disease. Removing fallen leaves from all infected neighbourhood trees may not be practical but may help reduce disease incidence the following year. Pruning to improve air flow and reduce leaf wetness periods and fertilizing trees that have been severely impacted will help. Call Shady Lane Expert Tree Care to make recommendations for your trees. Reference; A Pocket IPM Scouting Guide for Woody Landscape Plants compiled and edited by Diane Brown-Rytlewski and Nursery & Landscape Plant Production and IPM; OMAFRA
- [FALL WEBWORM](https://shadylanetreecare.com/fall-webworm/): Fall Webworm is just another insect to plague our trees this season. Unsightly tents are appearing everywhere. The favourite host trees of the Fall Webworm include Walnut, Cherry, Hickory, Crabapple and Birch trees.
- [Box Tree Moth; The New Invasive Insect In Ontario](https://shadylanetreecare.com/box-tree-moth-treatment/): At this time, raising public awareness on the risk of moving infested boxwood material is essential to help control and limit the spread ofC. perspectalisin Canada. Boxwood plants can be infested with all life stages of the box tree moth. In Europe, chemical treatments and biopesticides are available for use on boxwood; however many of these compounds may not currently be registered for use on boxwood or available in Canada. Shady Lane Expert Tree Care will be using B.t. (Bacillus thuringiensis) to control Box Tree Moth larvae.
- [Compost Tea](https://shadylanetreecare.com/compost-tea-shady-lane-tree-care/): Compost tea is a fantastic way to reduce the use of high nitrogen and phosphorus-based fertilizers. The overuse of fertilizers can be detrimental to our water table through leaching of nitrogen and phosphorus into our lakes, rivers, and drinking water. Compost tea is a natural solution that can replace the need for fertilizer. It works through a holistic approach, this approach is about creating healthy soil that will feed your trees naturally. Compost tea will create healthy soil by adding the microorganisms and foods the soil needs to cycle properly. Healthy soil creates healthy plants, healthy plants can withstand drought, insect issues, and are less likely to get diseases. Our goal at Shady Lane Expert Tree Care is to provide viable options for tree garden and shrub health in all situations. Compost tea is a great way to ensure we can treat in areas that have high salt use or around water bodies. We make fresh compost tea for every project with specific blends for each application. Our compost tea is made weekly and will allow for the best results possible. Call today to learn more about how we can help your soil and trees.
- [Soil Test](https://shadylanetreecare.com/soil-test-tree-care-service/): Soil is everywhere, and we can take the importance of soil for granted at times. It filters our rainwater, it anchors our trees shrubs, flowers, and lawns in place. It allows all plants to grow and thrive in order to produce clean air for us to breathe. We walk, run, play, and garden in soil, but do we understand what healthy soil is and how it works? Let us take a moment to understand how soil cycles, and what this cycling does for soil and trees' health. In a natural setting, the soil would be getting more complex and healthy overtime from the food it is receiving. That's right I said food! Your soil is very much alive and hungry, your soil is teaming with life that is microscopic. This microbial life is what makes your soil work and function to produce nutrients that are available to trees and shrubs. A simple cup of healthy soil will contain billions of bacteria, fungi, and other predator microbes like anthropods, amoebae, nematodes, and protozoa. The bacteria and fungi will help break down organic matter. So what is organic matter? When it relates to trees it is a forest floor or litter layer. When walking through a forest you will see all the leaves, twigs, berries, and fallen trees on the ground slowly decomposing. Just like compost. This layer of organic matter will be broken down by the fungi and bacteria in the soil. This organic matter is the food for the soil. The more diverse and abundant the organic matter is the more diverse and healthy the soil can become. This is called symbiosis, a relationship that is mutually beneficial to the soil and the plants that grow in the soil. The next step is the preditors in the soil, anthropods, amoebae, nematodes, and protozoa to eat the bacteria and fungi. This will produce waste or scat in plant-available forms for the trees and shrubs to enjoy. This entire process of organic matter, bring decomposed into plant-available forms is called a nutrient cycle and utilizes the soil food web. So why don't we have healthy soil in urban settings? The simple fact is that we have removed the soil food web from our urban setting by taking away all the organic matter or forest floor. This is because we have been taught that a beautiful landscape should have a lawn. You cannot grow grass with leaves, twigs, and fallen trees lying around so we clean up all organic matter and shuffle it to the curb or through a wood chipper. Over time the soil becomes hungry and lacks the ability to make plant-available nutrients. So we fertilize to provide simple nutrients that are required to keep trees and shrubs growing. Something that is created in nature for free and in a whole and natural form. Fertilizers can be of great help but we still need to have soil that can cycle to create poor space and retain water for uptake. Unhealthy or dead soil will become compacted and the water will run off instead of absorbing or penetrate the soil. We can assist in tree growth with fertilizer but never completely replace what healthy soil provides our gardens and trees.
- [Neighboring Trees](https://shadylanetreecare.com/neighboring-trees/): When working in an urban setting trees can often grow beyond the property line and onto neighboring properties. In many instances the shade and foliage is welcome as long as the tree is not hitting a house or roof line. Other times people can have pools, sun loving plants and gardens or want to have more sun in their house or patio. When dealing with neighboring properties and tree care there are some very important things to consider.
- [LDD(Gypsy Moth)](https://shadylanetreecare.com/gypsy-moth/): If you have an LDD(gypsy moth) problem on your trees you probably already know it is not very fun and it can be extremely messy. Let's start with some general information about the problem at hand. LDD is an insect native to Europe and Asia it has been weakening trees across North America. LDD was introduced to North America in the 1860’s near Boston and has spread over the past century. Despite the use of insect predators, as well as fungal and viral controls, LDD populations do occasionally reach outbreak levels and continue to expand their reach.
- [Tree By Laws](https://shadylanetreecare.com/tree-by-laws/): Throughout the GTA tree by laws are common to protect trees and the urban forest. So what is a tree bylaw? This means you cannot cut down trees of a certain size on your property without consulting an arborist and getting a permit from the municipality's forestry department. Tree by laws first came into place for construction projects to help stop needless cutting and extensive damage to the remaining trees. Since this time the by law process has been proven to save countless trees on construction sites and neighboring properties. It may surprise you but we often have roots on our trees that extend and grow into the neighboring yards. The addition of pools, decks, patios and driveways would often destroy neighboring tree roots through digging or regrading. The tree by law was so effective in construction that the city of Toronto created a tree by law to protect private trees over 30cm in diameter at breast height. Now many municipalities have adopted a tree by law as trees are imperative to our communities success. The process, fees, and lead times vary by the municipality and will be determined by each tree or site requirements. Shady Lane has a team of dedicated consulting arborists that will help navigate this process with ease. Our office will set up a site visit for a free consultation, an ISA certified arborist will provide a cost for all the work required to get the project moving forward. Often a mandatory replanting is needed, this will entail a detailed planting plan within the report to the city. Planting is important to keep our communities green and cool in the summer months. Your arborist will help you pick a tree that will suit your needs and thrive in the future. Tree by laws can seem like a lot of work but with our expertise it's a breeze and rather fun. We have created a customer service process that is second to none. Our staff can process the permits, remove your tree, grind the stump and plant a new tree making us a full service company. Tree plantings come with a standard 1 year warranty. We love working with your municipality to keep you safe and our communities green. If you're looking at a tree removal process and find the permit process overwhelming, call or email us today for a free consult.
- [Vertical Trenching](https://shadylanetreecare.com/vertical-trenching/): Vertical trenching is an incredibly effective way to reduce compaction in you soil and improve the overall health of your soil. Urban landscapes can become compacted or be compacted from existing clay or heavy soils. Soil compaction can be created by something as simple as a heavily trafficked footpath, machinery from construction, or poor soils that are naturally compacted. When you have compacted soil it impacts water penetration, water holding capacity, root penetration, and the soil's ability to cycle nutrients due to a lack of pore space and oxygen. So what does this all mean, for you and your trees? Tree health starts with soil health and if you have compacted and "unhealthy" soils your trees will suffer a similar fate. This is why we love to verticle trench trees that are mature and juvenile alike. We have seen some incredible results with verticle trenching. The process is done through the use of an "air knife" or "air spade". These tools accompanied with a high powered air compressor, have the ability to remove the soil around a tree or shrubs root system without damaging the fibrous roots. This technique allows us to remove old tired soil, add new fresh soil, and significantly reduce compaction. The result is the trees and soil to become more healthy. One of our certified arborists can assess the compaction of your soil and create a plan that will work for you and your trees needs. Verticle trenching is an impressive way to improve your entire site's soil or just address problem areas. Compacted soils are the number one cause for lack of soil and tree health in urban settings. Trees live in hard environments daily and they require water and nutrients for success. Healthy soil can help provide everything they need for that success.
- [Hydro Pruning](https://shadylanetreecare.com/hydro-tree-pruning-toronto-gta/): Pruning trees away from hydro lines is commonly thought of as your municipalities or hydro suppliers' responsibility. Often this is accurate, but in some instances, it is the responsibility of the homeowner. Hydro lines that run up the laneway of residential properties in rural areas are actually privately owned. Therefore the tree pruning is the responsibility of the property owner. These lines take a high level of experience and training to work around. In some instances, a hold-off or shut down of the power can be required. Our expert staff and office can coordinate any of these requirements with any hydro provider in your area. These lines can be assessed by our team and we can make the best recommendations for a safe efficient plan of action. Shady Lane has several IHSA certified line clearing arborists on staff, the appropriate bucket trucks, and safety equipment to clear your properties hydro line.
- [Tree and shrub planting](https://shadylanetreecare.com/planting-trees-shrubs/): Tree and shrub planting is essential to maintain a great landscape, green communities, and increase property value. When looking at planting a tree there are some very important factors to consider, you want to ensure you are practicing proper plant placement (PPP). Choosing the best tree to meet the site's and clients' needs and expectations. Planting the best tree possible will save time, money, and maintenance needs in the years to come.
- [Clipping and Maintaining Cedar Hedges.](https://shadylanetreecare.com/cedar-hedges-clipping-management/): Cedar hedging a great way to provide privacy to any landscape. Cedars are evergreens and hold foliage all year to keep green and provide color to the landscape in the winter months. Cedars can be planted in a row to form a hedge. Cedar trees if left unkept will begin to grow outward in a tree form, this is why clipping to maintain a hedge-like form is very important. If you allow your cedars to grow outward in a tree-like form you will soon start to see through the hedge and begin to lose some of the privacy that is desirable and required. Clipping allows the cedar hedge to contain all growth on the inner portions of the hedgerow keeping a tight and thick look that will provide the best privacy and allow for snow to roll off the hedge with little to no damage in the winter.
- [Cable and Bracing of Trees and Shrubs.](https://shadylanetreecare.com/cable-bracing-trees-shrubs/): Our team of Certified Arborists has specialized in the preservation of trees and shrubs for over 45 years. There is no company more dedicated to our urban forest then the staff of Shady Lane Expert Tree Care.
- [Arborist Report](https://shadylanetreecare.com/arborist-report-shady-lane-expert-tree-care/): Arborist reports are more and more common these days as a variety of municipalities are implementing tree bylaws for construction and tree removal permits. We have been completing tree inventories and arborist reports for decades and can work with any municipality on a variety of different projects.
- [Customer Service](https://shadylanetreecare.com/customer-service/): Our company slogan is "your satisfaction is our future" Customer service is why people continue to come back time and time again to choose our team of experts at Shady Lane Tree Care. Our office is always waiting for your call or email. So if you have a question or concern we are happy to help you out and continue a positive dialogue. We provide free estimates and set and time to visit you and your trees face to face. We will send out an International Certified Arborist to assess your needs and write a firm quote with no hidden fees or agendas. We have relied on customer satisfaction as our cornerstone of growth for over 45 years and love to hear from our repeat clients. We work with living organisms, and we understand that trusting the people you rely on to be safe, educated, and honest is imperative. After you approve your estimate we will set a scheduled date for our crew to arrive, weather permitting. Our crew will also consist of a certified arborist, with all the appropriate equipment and knowledge to provide a full scope of services that are outlined on the work order. In some instances the work order will require multiple visits from different facets of our team. For example if you have a stump removed, this will be done approximately 1 week after the tree is removed in order for our office to receive the mandatory locates of gas lines or other infrastructure in the ground. If you require treatment for the insect of diseases this will be in a certain time frame that is most appropriate to address the issue best. One thing you can be assured of is that each one of our services is headed up with its own manager and the office support team to make the experience easy and informative.
- [Water Your Trees](https://shadylanetreecare.com/watering-your-trees/): Trees need water to thrive and watering your trees can be very simple or rather complex depending on your trees, the property, and existing irrigation systems you have.
- [Shrub Pruning](https://shadylanetreecare.com/shrub-pruning-blog/): Shrub pruning is a service that Shady Lane has offered from the very start of our business. Our skilled staff of certified arborists understands that caring for woody plants includes shrubs, hedges and ornamental trees. Your shrubbery and gardens are a significant investment and provide great value and aesthetics to the landscape.
- [Hedge Trimming](https://shadylanetreecare.com/hedge-trimming-blog/): Hedges provide an immense amount of privacy and create the setting for a beautiful sanctuary in an urban setting. Our team of experts can assess the health of your hedge while looking for any insect or disease issues you may have. Protecting the health of your hedge is the first step to keeping it thick and full for maximum privacy. Second step to a healthy hedge is keeping it clipped annually or biannually. Clipping of hedges is extremely important if you want thick and beautiful results.
- [Tree Removal](https://shadylanetreecare.com/tree-removal/): When choosing to take down or remove a tree you may have a lot of factors and things to consider. Shady Lane Expert Tree Care can provide on-site advice from an expert in the field of tree health and tree care to help provide sound advice. Trees can become unsafe from a decline in health or other outside factors like storm damage or construction impacts.
- [Deep Root Fertilizer, Compost Tea and soil amendments](https://shadylanetreecare.com/deep_root_fertilizer/): Proactive approach to tree and plant health care is soil health. Trees and shrubs need healthy soil and available nutrients to assist with vibrant green growth. You may be surprised to understand that healthy trees are also less likely to get insect or disease issues. Healthy trees also have the ability to fight off other issues like fungal pathogens, vascular diseases and are less likely to succumb to high wind and snow loading. Trees are living organisms, in fact on the largest organisms in the world. Just like you and I they are healthiest when they are having available nutrients and water. At Shady Lane Expert Tree Care we love to practise a proactive approach to your trees and shrubs needs. We have a variety of products and services to amend soil and add nutrients.
- [Fall & Winter Pruning Trees](https://shadylanetreecare.com/pruning_trees/): Pruning trees is our specialty! We have been working on our urban forest in the greater Toronto area for 45 years and running strong. Trees need pruning for a variety of reasons and we can help you determine what is the best course of action while maintaining the trees health and beauty. Our certified arborist will visit your house and provide a free consult and estimate for your trees and shrubs. The site visit will consist of a face to face inspection and a written proposal or work outline. Each tree is different and no site is the same. This is why we take the time to visit every tree prior to sending out our team and equipment.
- [Stump Grinding Tips for a Clean and Safe Outdoor Space](https://shadylanetreecare.com/stump-grinding-blog/): Shady Lane Tree Care has three different sizes of stump grinders! We can access any stump no matter how obscure the location. We have a small unit we even use on roof top gardens and raised planters. Medium stump grinding machine is for small back gardens and pool side areas. This stump grinder can remove a 30 to 40 cm stump with ease. Our largest machine is track propelled, 72 horse power of pure stump grinding muscle. We can remove any size stump and even plant a tree in the same location. Removing your stumps will help keep your valued landscape looking great and allow you to plant new grass, shrubs or trees. We even grind stumps to allow for interlock or decks to be built. No matter where your stump is the size or the reason it needs to be removed, we can help.
- [LDD (Gypsy Moth) Information](https://shadylanetreecare.com/ldd-gypsy-moth-information/): Gypsy moth caterpillars are expected to reach a high level of infestation this Spring. Timing is crucial to be successful! Call the Shady Lane office to be proactive with the necessary treatments to help reduce populations to a tolerable level.
- [An Arborist Report for Toronto – What Homeowners Should Know](https://shadylanetreecare.com/an-arborist-report-for-toronto-what-homeowners-should-know/): Mature trees are beautiful, valuable assets for property owners. Not only do they increase the value of your property, act is vital environmental elements, but they also provide protection from sun and wind. However, they’re not impervious. In fact, trees can be subject to many different threats, from storm damage to diseases to pests like the emerald ash borer, aphids, boxwood leaf miner and many more. Protecting your trees and other plants is important, but how do you do that? The answer is to hire a professional – an arborist report from Toronto area experts will give you the information necessary to take appropriate action before the situation becomes desperate.
- [What You Should Know About Tree Planting in Ontario](https://shadylanetreecare.com/planting-trees-ontario/): Trees provide protection from the wind and sun, enrich your yard and add value to your property. Tree planting in Ontario is an important step in creating an enjoyable yard, and increasing your home’s value. However, it’s not as simple as digging a hole and planting a tree. There are several important considerations you’ll need to make with Ontario tree planting.
- [What is Tree Cabling and Bracing?](https://shadylanetreecare.com/what-is-tree-cabling-and-bracing/): Mature trees are beautiful and strong. To the untrained eye, they can seem indestructible. However, that’s certainly not the case. Your trees can be damaged in any number of ways, from heavy snow or ice loads to strong winds to the natural repercussions of poorly formed branch unions. In these instances, tree cabling and bracing can help ensure that your tree is protected, sustains no further damage, and doesn’t cause damage to other elements of your landscape or home (fallen limbs from mature trees can be devastating).

## Pages
- [Spider Lift Rental Toronto](https://shadylanetreecare.com/spider-lift-rental-toronto/): Spider lifts are tracked, self-leveling machines that can handle stairs, fit through narrow gaps, and go easy on the ground beneath them, making them a smart rental for crews and property owners alike.
- [Tree Cabling Services Toronto](https://shadylanetreecare.com/tree-cabling-services-toronto/): Shady Lane Tree Care brings ISA-certified arborist expertise to every tree cabling and bracing job in Toronto. We assess the structure, identify the risk, and install the right support system to extend its life and protect everything around it.
- [Emergency Tree Toronto](https://shadylanetreecare.com/emergency-tree-toronto/): When the pressure is on, Shady Lane Tree Care delivers emergency tree care that Toronto homeowners trust, every single time.
- [Tree Removal Aurora](https://shadylanetreecare.com/tree-removal-aurora/): We assess accurately, plan precisely, and execute with the kind of expertise that protects structures and saves trees worth saving. With a strong understanding of Aurora’s local conditions, our team focuses on doing the work correctly the first time, whether that means preserving a tree or removing it safely.
- [Tree Removal Richmond Hill](https://shadylanetreecare.com/tree-removal-richmond-hill/): When it comes to tree care, experience and proper certification matter. Our team includes ISA-certified arborists with extensive hands-on experience caring for trees across Richmond Hill and the surrounding York Region.
- [Tree Removal King City](https://shadylanetreecare.com/tree-removal-king-city/): Large trees near structures don't just pose a risk of property damage. They create legal liability if they fall on a neighbor's vehicle, fence, or home. And in King City, the trees are large enough that the consequences are serious.
- [Tree Service Georgina](https://shadylanetreecare.com/arborist-georgina/): Working in Georgina requires an understanding of varied property layouts, local tree types, and how seasonal changes affect stability. Our ISA-certified arborist brings that experience to every job, helping identify issues that aren’t always obvious at first glance.
- [Tree Removal Stouffville](https://shadylanetreecare.com/tree-removal-stouffville/): Shady Lane Tree Care focuses on doing the job right, starting with an accurate assessment and recommending only what your tree actually needs. Our ISA-certified arborists bring hands-on experience working with local tree conditions in Stouffville, from soil to seasonal weather patterns.
- [Tree Service Newmarket](https://shadylanetreecare.com/arborist-newmarket/): Shady Lane Tree Care sets the standard for professional tree removal in Newmarket, and our results prove it.
- [Tree Removal North York](https://shadylanetreecare.com/arborist-north-york/): North York properties come with their own set of tree challenges – dense urban lots, aging canopy trees, and tight clearances that demand more than a basic crew with a chainsaw. Shady Lane Tree Care brings certified expertise, honest assessments, and a proven track record that protects your property long term.
- [Bradford Tree Services](https://shadylanetreecare.com/arborist-bradford/): Our ISA-certified arborists understand the challenges that Bradford properties present, from large lots to mature trees and limited access. We plan each job properly and carry full insurance, WSIB coverage, and clear written estimates with no surprises.
- [Tree Services in Vaughan](https://shadylanetreecare.com/arborist-vaughan/): Shady Lane Tree Care has worked across Vaughan's communities for years, from Woodbridge to Maple to Kleinburg. Our ISA-certified arborists know the dominant tree type here, the site challenges posed by newer construction zones, and the bylaw requirements governing what can and can't be removed.
- [Tree Removal Markham](https://shadylanetreecare.com/tree-removal-markham/): Markham properties sit close together. A tree that fails on your lot can easily reach your neighbour's vehicle, fence, or roof. That's not just a property problem - it becomes a legal one.
- [Scarborough Tree Removal Services](https://shadylanetreecare.com/arborist-scarborough/): Our ISA-certified arborists know Scarborough's tree species, ravine-adjacent site conditions, and the Toronto tree protection bylaw requirements that govern removal work across this district. That local knowledge eliminates guesswork and protects your property from the start.
- [Mississauga Tree Removal Services](https://shadylanetreecare.com/mississauga-tree-removal-services/): Mississauga's urban landscape presents tree removal challenges that general contractors are simply not equipped to manage. Tight lot lines, overhead utilities, clay-heavy soils, aging canopies, and strict municipal bylaws all require certified expertise.
- [Caledon Tree Service](https://shadylanetreecare.com/caledon-tree-service/): Our ISA-certified arborists are well-versed with the unique conditions across Caledon, including protected areas, varied terrain, and the mature tree species commonly found on local properties.
- [Tree Removal Bylaws](https://shadylanetreecare.com/tree-removal-bylaws/): Depending on the municipality where the property is, you may need an arborist report, and an in-depth tree preservation and replacement planting plan to receive a legal building permit.
- [Our Process](https://shadylanetreecare.com/our-process/): When you call on our team to investigate and remedy the concerns you have with the trees and shrubbery on your residential, commercial, or institutional property, here’s what you can expect to happen:
- [Customer Service](https://shadylanetreecare.com/customer-service-shady-lane/): When the work is completed we will email an invoice for your approval to ensure your satisfied with your work. If you are satisfied you can write us a cheque or email transfer the funds for payment. If your service requires continual treatments we will send a renewal contract by email the following year before spring has sprung to get your services all lined up. We are in the service industry and know that customer service separates us from the other options. Our office team, expert staff, and equipment allow us to focus on what is truly important. YOU!
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- [Access Lift Solutions](https://shadylanetreecare.com/access-lift-solutions/): Whether it’s tree trimming, maintenance, or installations, Access Lift Solutions is here to simplify the way you reach new heights.
- [Tree Bylaws](https://shadylanetreecare.com/tree-bylaws/): Our service includes all the documents you need to apply for the compulsory permit(s) as per the specific requirements laid out in the bylaw.
- [Videos](https://shadylanetreecare.com/videos/): Videos View our tree care videos to learn more about what we do If a picture is worth a thousand words, then how much is a video worth? Browse our video library to get a better understanding of the services we provide, and how to care for our clients’ trees. Shady Lane Expert Tree Care - Marilyn Denis Show Shady Lane Expert Tree Care - Uprooted and Fallen Tree Lift Shady Lane Expert Tree Care - Large Tree Removal Shady Lane Expert Tree Care - LDD(Gypsy Moth) Infestation Shady Lane Expert Tree Care Shady Lane Expert Tree Care - Soil Care Shady Lane Expert Tree Care - Crane Work
- [Microbial Reports](https://shadylanetreecare.com/microbial-reports-shady-lane/): A soil microbial report looks at the abundance and diversity of microorganisms of your soil, compost, or compost tea/extract. Shady Lane does in-house, Soil Food Web certified testing of microbial diversity and abundance in soil samples. Testing can also be performed on compost and liquid biological amendments (compost extract and teas).
- [The Science Behind Soil Health](https://shadylanetreecare.com/the-science-soil-treatment-shady-lane/): In the last few decades, the use of the microscope and standard procedures for enumerating microbes have become more accessible. We can now examine a soil, compost, or even compost tea under the microscope and understand how biologically healthy it is. Biological health is determined by microorganism abundance, diversity, the abundance of pests/pathogens, and if the groupings of microbes are correct for the plants we wish to grow.
- [Our Program](https://shadylanetreecare.com/shady-lane-organic-soil/): Starting with a site visit and consultation, we custom-create a plan to restore your soil. This plan may include compost tea applications with added mycorrhizal inoculants to increase the number of beneficial fungi in the soil, and the addition of organic matter, soil conditioners, and organic fertilizers. We work with our clients to develop a program that works for them.
- [Organic Soil Solutions](https://shadylanetreecare.com/shady-lane-organic-soil-solutions/): Interested in having us speak at one of your events? Organic Soil Solutions has presented at Humber College, Fleming College, Landscape Ontario Congress, International Society of Arborists-Ontario Conference, Ontario Commercial Arborists Association, and local at local gardening and farming societies. We believe the first step to going organic is understanding. Let us share this with you today.
- [Careers](https://shadylanetreecare.com/careers/): We’re always on the lookout for a few good men and women who love trees as much as we do to join our world-class team
- [Testimonials](https://shadylanetreecare.com/testimonials/): We’ve been the No. 1 expert tree care company in Toronto, across the Greater Toronto Area, and throughout York Region for decades because we strive to go above and beyond our clients’ expectations every time.
- [Certifications & Associations](https://shadylanetreecare.com/certifications-and-associations/): Our team is comprised of certified arborists trained in all aspects of tree and overall property care including shrub pruning, soil amendment, deep root fertilizing, and insect management.
- [Area We Serve](https://shadylanetreecare.com/areas-served/): Trees have existed on Earth for about 370 million years. The trees on your property have witnessed every single sunrise, sunset, and storm, and some of them may be more than one hundred years old.
- [Meet Our Team](https://shadylanetreecare.com/meet-our-team/): Our organization is proud to be a longtime member of the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), and one of the founders of the Ontario Commercial Arborist Association (OCAA). Our ISA-certified arborists and trained horticulturists and groundskeepers work year-round to provide our clients with the exemplary arboricultural care and maintenance services they expect.
- [Outdoor Festive Lighting Services](https://shadylanetreecare.com/outdoor-festive-lights/): Say goodbye to the hassle of managing holiday lighting. Let us handle the technicalities, so you can focus on enjoying the warmth and joy of the season. Make this winter memorable by choosing our comprehensive lighting service - we've got all your needs covered.
- [Golf Course Services](https://shadylanetreecare.com/golf-course-services/): Call us at (289) 367-9856 or Fill out our online form to inquire about our golf course services. One of our courteous client support team members will get in touch with you soon.
- [Home Pest Control](https://shadylanetreecare.com/structural-pest-control/): Furthermore, due to the satellite nests and the potential for structural damage, it is best to contact a professional pest control service. Pest control professionals can combine chemical and non chemical solutions to ensure that workers, eggs, larvae and the queen of a carpenter ant colony are exterminated.
- [Tree Planting](https://shadylanetreecare.com/tree-planting/): From single residential tree planting to commercial tree planting programs for large developments, Shady Lane has the crew size, equipment, and expertise to handle projects of any scale with the same care and precision.
- [Tree Stump Removal](https://shadylanetreecare.com/tree-stump-removal/): Stump grinding requires the right equipment and proper depth to fully clear the area and prevent future issues. With over 50 years of experience across Toronto, Shady Lane handles everything from small stumps to large hardwoods using professional-grade grinders that go beyond what standard equipment can manage.
- [Fertilizing and Soil Health Care](https://shadylanetreecare.com/fertilizing-and-soil-health-care/): Shady Lane's organic soil solutions include deep root fertilizer, mulching, and other soil amendments that will be sure to keep your garden and trees growing for years to come. All projects come with a free assessment/quote, and are completed by an ISA-certified arborist. Contact Shady Lane today to get started with an organic soil solution that is right for you!
- [Plant Health Care](https://shadylanetreecare.com/plant-health-care/): For over 50 years, Shady Lane Expert Tree Care has operated on a simple principle: proper assessment first, then a targeted treatment plan. Our certified arborists evaluate every tree and shrub individually. We diagnose the actual issue and treat the actual cause.
- [Professional Hedge Trimming in Toronto](https://shadylanetreecare.com/shrub-trimming/): Shady Lane Tree Care provides professional tree removal and hedge trimming services across Toronto for homeowners and commercial properties that want well-maintained borders and healthy shrubs.
- [Tree Pruning & Preservation](https://shadylanetreecare.com/tree-pruning-and-preservation/): Without regular maintenance, tree canopies grow dense and unbalanced, weak branches accumulate, and deadwood builds up until a storm makes the decision for you. Regular tree trimming keeps trees structurally sound, distributes the canopy load evenly, and removes weight before it becomes a risk.
- [Tree Removals](https://shadylanetreecare.com/tree-removal/): Whether due to old age, storm damage or human intervention, a tree may become unsafe & hazardous to people or property, or damaged to a point where other preservation methods are ineffective and costly. Safely removing a tree from your property is dangerous work that requires the insight and skill of an experienced, certified arborist.
- [Consulting Services](https://shadylanetreecare.com/landscape-and-construction-consulting/): Our professional consulting services offer a broad range of options related to preserving, creating, and enhancing outdoor environments and urban landscapes.
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