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Gnarling Tree looks at a client’s landscape as a whole picture. Everything from the trees to the smallest plants. A healthy garden/landscape starts with healthy soil. Healthy soil is Happy soil = happy client/homeowner/ happy person! What is happy soil? Soil full of microbes and fungi and insects. The greater the biodiversity(variety of species) in a landscape, the healthier it is. The more biodiversity in a habitat above ground is also important. A variety of plants, with a focus on native plants, encourages beneficial insects to visit the property. Everything from butterflies and bees whom everyone enjoys, to the unseen parasitic wasps and nematodes that help keep the unwanted, plant damaging harmful insects in check. This significantly reduces the need for pesticides. That is why we like to use the word habitat to describe landscapes and the type of work we do, because it is home to so many creatures we see, can’t see, and of course our home where we live.
Connection to Our DNA
We are deeply connected with trees, and many of us do not even realize it yet. This connection with trees in our culture, our heritage, and everyday life is rooted in our core; you can say our DNA. This is the meaning of Gnarling Tree. We gravitate towards the epic trees of our lives or have a favorite tree in the garden. You may remember a particular tree from the past. Some travel around the world to see the oldest or tallest because that tree is unique and makes us feel something different or extraordinary. Each tree is unique, even from its sister a few feet away. The wind shaped it one direction; the sun causes it to grow another way, it faces adversity through hard times such as drought, limbs shaped or broken by lightning. Yet, it still stands, unique to itself, shaped by its past. Gnarled by its experiences. Just as you, or your spouse, or your parents, your friends, and I have been. WE are deeply connected to trees. That is Gnarling Tree.
Commonly Asked Questions
Are you insured?
Yes.
Do you use pesticide?
We practice Integrated Pest Management and use natural/organic soil amendments and insect deterrents.
Do you do lawn care?
No, but we are willing to offer advice on proper lawn treatment.
Do you do landscape maintenance?
Yes, including pruning, mulching, fertilizing, leaf removal, and general plant care.