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The Benefits of Trees: Health, Wealth, and Beauty

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Here at Drost, we’re proud to be a premier provider of tree services in Northern Michigan, enhancing the health, wealth, and beauty of your property – as well as your enjoyment of it. According to the USDA Forest Service, “Healthy, mature trees add an average of 10 percent to a property’s value.” Let’s explore some of the ways that a great tree service can increase the value of your property.

Health

Proper tree care is an important part of promoting the health of your entire landscape. Pruning, for example, promotes proper air circulation through the branches of your trees, which is critical to preventing disease. Tree trimming also allows for more sunlight to reach the lawn and flowers below. Removing trees is that pose a risk to the property is vital to keep your family safe, but it can have a positive effect on the rest of your landscape. When you remove trees, you may choose to have the stump ground down to at or below surface level; however, the roots are left in the soil and begin to decompose, increasing the fertility of the soil.

But when it comes to health, the benefits of trees go beyond the landscape! Many scientific studies have been done on how green spaces, including those with trees, impact human health. It’s been proven that green spaces that include trees have positive effects on physical and mental health, promoting better concentration, reduced depression, and improved rates of healing. The health of your trees doesn’t just impact the surrounding landscape, it also impacts the people who live there.

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Wealth

Not only do trees promote better quality of life, they also boast great financial benefits. According to Management Information Services/ICMA, “Landscaping, especially with trees, can increase property values as much as 20 percent.” When you look for a new home or property, trees are one of the key features that stand out. In particular, mature trees create a sense of establishment. Maintaining mature trees is an investment in your property’s future that will grow over time.

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Beauty

Trees, when thoughtfully selected and planted with care, work with the surrounding landscape and even with a home’s architecture to accentuate certain features and enhance a space’s overall appeal. Whether planted to increase privacy, provide shade, or draw your eye as an intriguing specimen piece, trees have a myriad of benefits for the landscape. With proper care and maintenance, you can create a backyard oasis that’s good for you, your family, and the planet for years to come.

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Drost Landscape Services

Whether you’re looking to plant some new trees, prune existing trees, or need to remove trees that pose a risk to your property, the team at Drost can help. Our on-site nursery is home to hundreds of beautiful trees, from Northern Michigan classics to unique specimens, and we’d love to help you find the perfect plant for your landscape. If you need assistance caring for the trees around your home, our tree service professionals have the knowledge and experience necessary to help you design a personalized plan to ensure your property stays safe and healthy. Whatever your tree needs, contact us today to see what Drost can do for you.