A tree survey may be needed by a commercial or domestic client in order to go ahead with planning applications for future developments. In this article, we will go into detail about what tree surveys are, why they are important and how often they should be executed.
What Are They?
Tree surveys are a type of assessment which assess the size, age, health, and life expectancy of a tree and are normally required as part of a planning application, especially if the development will affect the surrounding landscape. The survey would then provide the appropriate recommendations for the future of the tree; for example, any treatments, whether it should be retained or if there should be any remedial work.
Why Are Tree Surveys Important?
Tree surveys can be deemed important for many different reasons. Here are some below:
Protects many trees from being accidentally cut down.
Ensures that any development on the land can be done following the right regulations.
Helps landscape designers to make their computer designs in more detail and incorporate their designs around the trees. (If you are interested in a landscape design then click here).
It points out any potential hazards with the trees in question. For instance, the survey may point out if a tree could fall or as to whether it is diseased.
How Often Should I Have My Tree Surveyed?
ProHort Ltd recommends that a tree survey should be carried out at least once every two years. This is because claims can be made against property if any damages were to occur (for example, a tree branch falling on your car) as well as possible injured individuals.
If you require a tree survey, then get in contact with us today to find out more information.
If you are looking to save some money on the weekly shop, wanting more organic food or just looking for a new hobby; starting a vegetable patch may be the right thing for you to do. In this article, we discuss how to start your own vegetable patch as a beginner.
Find A Good Site
The most important things to note when searching for the optimum environment for a vegetable patch are:
A level ground
Well drained and fertile soil
A spot to receive 6-8 hours of sunlight a day
Situated far from trees
As a beginner, it may be better to start off your vegetable patch small and expand it as your knowledge grows.
Draw Out A Plan
Drawing out a plan for your vegetable garden is one way of erasing any potential mishaps such as overcrowded plants. Ideally, a growing patch should be split into quarters. These spaces can then be allocated different plant groups such as root vegetables (carrots, potatoes etc), legumes and salads. By splitting up your quadrants, it also makes it easier to rotate your crops around the bed.
Pick Out The Right Crops For You
When starting out, it is better to pick crops that are suited for beginners. However, you still want the vegetables to be something you enjoy! The most common ‘new-starter’ plants are peas, radishes, potatoes, beetroot, tomatoes, and courgettes. Do these sound-like tasty options to you?
If you already have a vegetable plot and your crops aren’t flourishing, then you may have the wrong soil type! To find out if there is a problem with your soil then get in contact today and we can conduct a soil test to identify the nutrient content and composition of your soil.
Why do my plants keep dying?
For many people, gardening doesn’t always go right. Therefore, we have put together a list of reasons as to why your plants wither away and strategies on how to keep them alive. So, why do your plants keep dying?
Daylight
One reason as to why your plants keep dying may be due to a lack of or too much sunlight. The most common sign for a lack of sunlight is dropped leaves and yellowing. Too much light on the other hand is dry and brittle leaves.
A simple solution for this problem is to move your plant from its current position.
Water
Another reason your plants may not be thriving is due to the volume of water it’s given; whether it’s too much or not enough. Overwatering plants can lead to root rot which is a result from poorly drained soil. High volumes of water can also cause the leaves to wilt and turn brown as well as a stunted slow growth. Not watering enough will lead to dry, crispy leaves.
Once again, there is an easy fix for this; if temperatures are high then give the plants a little more water than usual but if rain has fallen, lessen the volume.
Nutrition
Every plant has different requirements when it comes to what nutrients it needs and the soil it should be living in. You must find out what soil type is right for your specific species of vegetation.
Pests and Diseases
If you notice infestations of bugs on your plant, then make sure to give them a wipe with a damp cloth to give it a chance of survival.
This is the most common reason that plants keep dying. Up to 85% of plant diseases are caused by fungal organisms and can be detected by noticeable changes such as colour, wilting leaves and rust as well as powdery mildew.
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If you are still struggling to know why your plants aren’t thriving, then get in contact with us today!
When you are applying for planning permission, ideally, you would like it to be accepted without any delay or setbacks. Here are some things to be aware of about your soil when you want to build on your land. So this is how your soil can affect planning permissions…
How Soil Can Affect Planning Permissions
Contamination
If your land is contaminated with substances such as heavy metals, oils or even Japanese knotweed then planning applications are more likely to be declined. If you engage in early communication with the local planning and environmental health departments, then there may be some proposals on which assessments you can undergo for your planning permission to be reconsidered.
For instance, if you have Japanese knotweed, a site survey and treatment plan is all it may take for you to be able to build on your land once the invasive species has been dealt with.
Clay Soil
Although having clay soil doesn’t mean you won’t be granted planning permission necessarily, you do have to take extra care when building on the land. This is because this soil type can shrink and swell during the various seasons throughout the year, causing the foundations of a building to become unstable. To solve this issue, make sure the structures are at a good depth.
Chalk Soil
Similar to clay soil, foundations built on this land have to be built deep as this soil is very soft and crumbly meaning that the structure will become unstable.
If you want to find out what soil type you have or as to whether it is contaminated, then you may need to have a soil test conducted. Get in contact today to find out how!
