Company description
We are well-known for how much we care about trees and the environment. Our main goal is to make sure trees are not just protected but are also healthy and able to grow strong. We believe that trees are incredibly important, not just for the beauty they bring, but for the role they play in keeping the environment balanced. That’s why we put a lot of effort into looking after them, making sure they’re getting the right care they need to stay happy and thrive.
At Rotherham Tree Services, we know how important trees are to the look and feel of your garden or outdoor space. Trees can bring beauty, shade, and structure to your landscape, but they also need special care to stay healthy and thrive. Whether you're planting new trees, looking after mature ones, or redesigning your outdoor area, we offer a full range of tree care services to help your trees grow strong and look great. We’re passionate about tree care, and we work hard to ensure that your trees stay healthy and contribute to the overall beauty and function of your landscape.
Pruning and Shaping Trees for a Beautiful Landscape
One of the most common services we provide at Rotherham Tree Services is pruning and shaping trees. Pruning is the process of cutting back certain branches to help the tree grow better and look more attractive. Regular pruning helps trees grow in a balanced way, ensuring they don’t get too dense or tangled. It also removes dead or diseased branches, preventing the spread of disease and pests. This keeps your tree healthy, as well as safe, by reducing the risk of branches falling.
We can also shape trees to enhance their natural form and structure. Shaping trees is not just about making them look good—it helps with airflow and sunlight, which are important for the tree's health. Crown thinning is one method we use, which involves selectively removing some branches to let more sunlight reach the lower parts of the tree and surrounding plants. This can help other plants in your garden grow better too. For trees that are planted near walkways, driveways, or areas where people move around, we can also lift the crown, or raise the branches, to create space underneath.
Planting and Placing Trees in the Right Spot
When you’re planting trees in your garden, placement is crucial. At Rotherham Tree Services, we help you choose the right trees for your space and make sure they are planted in the best spot for long-term growth. Not all trees are the same—some need more sunlight, while others thrive in shady areas. Some trees have deep roots, while others have shallow ones. We take the time to consider your garden’s soil type, sunlight exposure, and the space available before recommending trees for planting.
Planting trees in the right location not only helps them grow strong, but it can also enhance the overall look of your garden. Trees can frame a view, provide shade, or act as a natural screen for privacy. Our team can assist with designing your tree layout to create the perfect look and feel for your space. When planting, we focus on getting the tree’s roots into healthy soil, and we also make sure the tree is planted at the right depth to help it establish itself properly. After planting, we’ll add a layer of mulch to help retain moisture, keep the soil cool, and prevent weeds from growing around the base of the tree.
Taking Care of Older Trees
Mature trees are often the centerpiece of a garden, adding character, shade, and beauty. But as trees get older, they need extra attention to stay healthy. At Rotherham Tree Services, we specialize in caring for mature trees to ensure they continue to thrive for many more years.
We start by inspecting the health of your trees, looking for signs of damage, disease, or pests that could be affecting them. If a tree is showing any signs of weakness, we’ll recommend a treatment plan to restore its health. For example, if we find that a tree is suffering from a disease or pest infestation, we’ll use the right methods to treat it and prevent it from spreading. We can also cable and brace trees that have weak or broken branches, to help support them and keep them safe, especially during storms or high winds.
In addition to checking for pests and disease, we also focus on the tree’s roots. The roots are essential for keeping the tree healthy, so we make sure they are getting enough water and nutrients. In some cases, we may recommend aerating the soil around the tree or adding fertilizer to improve the soil's health and help the tree grow stronger.
Protecting Your Trees and Landscape
Taking care of trees is not just about trimming and planting—they also need protection to ensure they continue to thrive in your landscape. Environmental stressors like pollution, construction, or even changes in weather can damage your trees, so it's important to take steps to protect them.
At Rotherham Tree Services, we offer a range of services to protect your trees. If you’re planning any construction or landscaping work near trees, we can help prevent damage to their roots by installing root barriers or using root pruning techniques. This ensures that your trees can still get the nutrients and water they need without being disturbed by surrounding activities.
For trees that are at risk of breaking during storms or heavy winds, we offer storm protection. This may involve installing cables or braces to support weak branches, so they don’t snap and cause damage to the tree or surrounding property. We also monitor trees regularly to make sure they’re in good health and that no new issues arise.
Promoting Sustainable Tree Care
At Rotherham Tree Services, we care about the environment, and we believe that sustainable tree care practices are important for the health of both your trees and the planet. That’s why we use eco-friendly techniques whenever possible.
For example, we use organic fertilizers and natural methods of pest control to avoid harmful chemicals that can hurt the soil or surrounding plants. We also focus on planting native tree species that are naturally suited to the local environment. Native trees are better adapted to the local soil and weather conditions, so they need less care and water, making them a more sustainable option in the long run.
Another way we support sustainability is by encouraging our clients to consider the tree canopy in their landscapes. The canopy of a tree is the spread of its branches and leaves, and a healthy canopy can provide shade, reduce energy costs, and improve air quality. By planting trees with good canopies, you can help make your garden more comfortable and reduce the urban heat island effect, which can make cities warmer than surrounding rural areas.
Integrating Trees Into Your Overall Landscape Design
Finally, we believe that trees should be integrated into the larger design of your landscape. At Rotherham Tree Services, we help you make sure that your trees work well with the rest of your outdoor space. Whether you’re redesigning an existing garden or creating a new one, we offer advice on how to place and care for trees as part of your overall landscape design.
Our team can guide you on how to balance your trees with other elements of your garden, such as flower beds, paths, and seating areas. We help ensure that trees aren’t planted too close to buildings, fences, or other structures, where their roots might cause damage. We also help you choose the best tree species to complement your garden’s style, whether you want a natural, wild look or a more structured, formal garden.
We’re here to support you in making your outdoor space as beautiful, functional, and sustainable as possible, with trees that not only look good but also improve the environment and the quality of life in your garden.
In conclusion, Rotherham Tree Services offers a wide range of tree care services to help you create and maintain a beautiful, healthy landscape. Whether you need help with planting, pruning, protecting, or maintaining trees, our experienced team is here to assist. We believe in providing professional, sustainable care that ensures your trees thrive and contribute to a greener, more enjoyable outdoor space for years to come.
Rotherham Tree Services
Reresby House
Rotherham
S60 1BY
Phone: 01709 432122
