Spring Lawn And Tree Care In South Florida

It is spring and the time for new growth is here. Here in Florida that means temps grow from cool to mild to hot in the span of a few weeks. It also means an expansive explosion of our plants with new leaves, buds and blooms. We will soon see every color from nature's palatte on many of the plants around us. Vibrant scarlets and oranges, bright yellows, vivid purples and blues, striking whites and lush greens will surround us in their seasonal glory.

We will witness this growth everywhere, we will see it spring up on the roadsides from our cars as we drive to work and shop, for sale in pots and baskets in the stores where we stock up, and most notably in our yards and gardens. And all this fresh spring expansion will occur naturally and on its' own, thank you very much. But that being said, there are things we can do to help it along. 

Now is the time to clean your garden and lawn and get rid of all the debris (leaves, twigs, fallen nuts etc.) These can be raked into piles for use as compost later. This is also when you will want to get rid of weeds, making sure that you get the roots so they will not grow back. Sharpen your garden tools, or maybe buy new ones if needed, because you are going to require them for plant maintenance and soil care. Invest in a good pair of gardening gloves and trowels and pruners. 

Your soil has had a long winter break. Now your soil is likely dried out and packed after winter, so it is probably time to add moisture. This will also be the best time to fertilize and add organic material like compost or manure. It is possible that you might need to test the soil to see what nutrients it needs, so you give it the right mixture. It could very well be that you should add more fertilizer to increase the health of the soil and increase the life of your plants.

And always remember that if you find you do not have the time or resources to care for your lawns, trees and other yard plants we are just a call or email away. Zimmerman Tree Service is there for you, come spring or any other season. We have highly experienced crews equipped with a comprehensive array of equipment and resources to service you effectively, efficiently and professionally.

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Palm Beach County: 561-968-1045

Including: Atlantis, Belle Glade, Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Briny Breezes, Cloud Lake, Delray Beach, Glen Ridge, Greenacres, Gulf Stream, Haverhill, Highland Beach, Hypoluxo, Juno Beach, Jupiter, Jupiter Inlet Colony, Jupiter Island, Lake Clarke Shores, Lake Park, Lake Worth, Lantana, Loxahatchee Groves, Manalapan, Mangonia Park, North Palm Beach, Ocean Ridge, Pahokee, Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Palm Beach Shores, Palm Springs, Riviera Beach, Royal Palm Beach, Singer Island, South Bay, South Palm Beach, Tequesta, Village of Golf, Wellington, West Palm Beach and all other communities

Martin County: 772-546-0811

Boca Raton and Delray Beach: 561-338-3533

Broward County: 954-968-1045

Note: ISA is the International Society of Consulting Arboriculture. ASCA is the American Society of Consulting Arborist.

Complete Fertilization Services In South Florida

Fertilizing the plants in your lawn, yard and garden can be tricky. Part of the reason is because when it comes to fertilizing, more does not mean better. It is possible to overfeed your plants. An excess of fertilizer can damage and maybe even kill your plants. Prior to applying any fertilizer, it is a good idea to have your soil tested so you can select the type and formula that suits your plants’ needs. If this is done our plants will reward us with bigger flowers, bigger leaves, and bigger fruits and vegetables.

If we assume that all of the nutrients essential to plant growth are present in the soil or are floating in the air then what is the point of fertilizing? Certainly not all plants can access the key nutrients found in the soil or in the air. Every type of soil has its' own mix of nutritional ingredients, so before considering what fertilizers a plant may require, we need to consider the soil in which a plant is growing. 

Intensive farming, construction, and traffic can alter soil chemistry and structure, limiting the nutrients that plants can use. In some cases, the nutrients are not naturally there to begin with or have been leached out over time. For these reasons, we, the diggers of the dirt and keepers of the garden, must replenish, replace, or help release those elements that are beyond the reach of our plants.

The three major plant foods are nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. All plants need these to maintain good health. Those nutrients such as calcium, magnesium and sulfur, are required in smaller quantities. Very small amounts of other nutrients are also vital but rarely deficient in garden soils. One exception is alkaline soil, which is unable to release manganese and iron, and causes yellow leaves on acid-loving plants. Many commercial general-purpose fertilizers have equal amounts of the major plant nutrients, together with other nutrients that are not always readily available in the soil. 

To make plants grow faster, what you need to do is supply the elements that the plants need in readily available forms. That is the goal of fertilizer. Most common fertilizers supply only nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium because the other chemicals are needed in much lower quantities and are generally available in most soils. Nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium availability is the big limit to growth.

Part of the problem with fertilizers is that many people overdo it, believing that if a little is good, then a lot is better. Some folks think fertilizer will fix a sick plant; it will not if the underlying problem has to do with incorrect soil pH or a virus or ground that is too wet, for example. An excess of fertilizer often damages a plant, attracts pests, wastes money and, through stormwater runoff, pollutes waterways .

Each fertilizer is specially blended by Zimmerman Tree Service or our suppliers to meet the exact nutritional requirements for your trees, shrubs and lawn. The materials are then applied utilizing proper techniques that will promote optimum vigor. Fertilization will be applied at the specific intervals that will promote plant health.

ZIMMERMAN TREE SERVICE LOCATIONS 

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Palm Beach County: 561-968-1045

Including: Atlantis, Belle Glade, Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Briny Breezes, Cloud Lake, Delray Beach, Glen Ridge, Greenacres, Gulf Stream, Haverhill, Highland Beach, Hypoluxo, Juno Beach, Jupiter, Jupiter Inlet Colony, Jupiter Island, Lake Clarke Shores, Lake Park, Lake Worth, Lantana, Loxahatchee Groves, Manalapan, Mangonia Park, North Palm Beach, Ocean Ridge, Pahokee, Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Palm Beach Shores, Palm Springs, Riviera Beach, Royal Palm Beach, Singer Island, South Bay, South Palm Beach, Tequesta, Village of Golf, Wellington, West Palm Beach and all other communities

Martin County: 772-546-0811

Boca Raton and Delray Beach: 561-338-3533

Broward County: 954-968-1045

Note: ISA is the International Society of Consulting Arboriculture. ASCA is the American Society of Consulting Arborist.

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Mosquito Life Cycles In South Florida

The life cycle of the mosquito takes place in four distinct stages, from egg through to adulthood. About every third day during their lifespan, female mosquitoes lay eggs, usually in clumps of 100 to 300. Mosquito eggs are deposited either as “rafts” floating on the surface of standing water or on the ground in areas that regularly flood. These flying blood-suckers can lay eggs in as little as one inch of water. Mosquito eggs, generally white when laid, cannot hatch unless they are in water, usually for two to three days.

When the eggs hatch, the larvae emerge. They are called “wigglers” because that’s how they swim. Most of the time, they hang from the surface of the water, breathing through tubes. These mosquito wigglers feed on organic matter in the water, shed their skins four times over about a week, and develop into pupae. Larvae are the easiest to kill, using oils that block their breathing or bacteria that poison them.

Falling into the deepest part of the water when threatened by predators, the mosquito pupae are called “tumblers”. They are shaped like commas, partially encased in cocoons, with the head at one end and tiny flippers at the other. Breathing through tubes like the larvae, the pupae do not feed while developing. It takes about four days for the the adult mosquito to emerge.

The newly emerged adults climb out of the water to rest and wait for their bodies to dry out. Taking a day or two to fully develop their reproductive organs, the males then seek out a female, by the sound of her wingbeats, for mating. They’ll live about three to five days after that, feeding on fruit and plant nectar. The females mate once, but continue laying eggs after every blood meal. Under the best conditions, they can live up to a month or two.

Mosquitoes generally feed on plant nectar and fruit juice. Male mosquitoes do not take blood, so when you feel a mosquito plunge into your skin and start siphoning your blood, you can bet it is a female, every time. As a rule female mosquitoes start hunting as the sun goes down and will continue a few hours into the night, searching for any warm-blooded creature, such as people, dogs, cats, birds, and wildlife. Carbon dioxide – which we exhale – and lactic acid from our sweat combine to make us smell like a mosquito buffet. Mosquitoes can see us moving and feel our body heat and can pick up the scent from 100 feet.

ZIMMERMAN TREE SERVICE LOCATIONS 

ISA Certified Arborist and ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist

Call For an Estimate

Palm Beach County: 561-968-1045

Including: Atlantis, Belle Glade, Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Briny Breezes, Cloud Lake, Delray Beach, Glen Ridge, Greenacres, Gulf Stream, Haverhill, Highland Beach, Hypoluxo, Juno Beach, Jupiter, Jupiter Inlet Colony, Jupiter Island, Lake Clarke Shores, Lake Park, Lake Worth, Lantana, Loxahatchee Groves, Manalapan, Mangonia Park, North Palm Beach, Ocean Ridge, Pahokee, Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Palm Beach Shores, Palm Springs, Riviera Beach, Royal Palm Beach, Singer Island, South Bay, South Palm Beach, Tequesta, Village of Golf, Wellington, West Palm Beach and all other communities

Martin County: 772-546-0811

Boca Raton and Delray Beach: 561-338-3533

Broward County: 954-968-1045

Note: ISA is the International Society of Consulting Arboriculture. ASCA is the American Society of Consulting Arborist.

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Zimmerman Tree Service provides insect treatment, mosquito and zika control including a mosquito yard misting treatment designed to reduce the mosquito population around the homeowner’s yard through a two phase attack. The first being an insecticide providing immediate and residual control of mosquitoes and the second is an insect growth regulator which interrupts the reproduction cycle of mosquitoes.

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Our technicians are trained to provide superior service that results in a significant decline in mosquito populations. We use proven products to provide long-lasting mosquito control, which means we can make fewer visits to your home. With our service, your family can spend more time enjoying the outdoors and less time worrying about the nuisance of mosquitoes.