Why use the Miyawaki method?
You may have heard about the ecological benefits of these resilient little forests. Mike explains the principles of the Mkiyawaki method and several good reasons for it’s growing popularity.
Read MoreMike features in ArbMag (Summer 2022)
Mike’s article in the Arboricultural Association magazine describes the incredible biodiversity gains of the Miyawaki method of forest regeneration, and how it can help us create Forests for the Future.
Read MoreCreating a Wee Forest near Glasgow
Mike and the team hand-planted a wee forest to provide screening and noise reduction from a main road. Extensive research into plant-suitability and resilience highlighted Miyawaki’s solution to forest regeneration, with tree and shrub species sourced from quality local suppliers.
See the team’s progress in May 2022 and as the forest develops.
Phantom Forests
Disturbing news declares the failure of carbon-offset forests across the planet. Your own conscience may not be so clear after reading this article from the BBC.
Read MoreWhy do leaves change colour in autumn?
Autumn is a special time as many leaves start to change colour. But what is causing this process to happen? Mike describes the chemical processes.
Read MoreTree survey for mortgage or insurance applications
Why do you need a tree survey for your mortgage or insurance? Book your survey with Arbor Vitae Arboriculture to find out potential issues of safety, damage or nuisance, protect your investment and keep your trees looking great.
Read MoreThe Elm
Summer Branch Drop Edinburgh has a wonderful variety of Elm tree species, many of which have never been definitively identified. Wych Elm, Huntingdon Elm, English Elm, Dutch Elm and Wheatley Elm are among those that are most commonly seen. Unfortunately, this year, there has been a propensity for the phenomenon known as ‘summer branch drop’ […]
Read MoreTree Surgeon vs Arborist
“Tree surgeon” is the well-known term for someone who can help manage and care for your trees, yet there is often confusion regarding the more in-depth role of an arborist or aboriculturist. Mike Charkow explains his professional qualifications for services such as tree condition inspections and BS5837 surveys.
Read MoreNew Office Address
We have recently moved across the river to Burntisland. Our service area remains the same, and we are just short drive to the centre of Edinburgh – so still on-hand for urgent tree inspections or client requests.
Read MoreMike features in Arb Mag (Autumn 2017)
I am delighted to be featured in Arb Magazine’s Autumn edition, having written an article on the use of Air Spade for soil de-compaction and root investigation. The article discusses the pros and cons of the tool – and after several years of using one, I would certainly say that there are more pros! The […]
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