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Facts About Trees

Facts About Trees

We all know that trees absorb carbon dioxide and give off oxygen. We know they love water and…

Mar 16,2019

We all know that trees absorb carbon dioxide and give off oxygen. We know they love water and sunlight. But there is a lot of interesting facts about trees that most people might not be aware of. At Sesmas Tree Service in Atlanta, we are fascinated by trees and decided to share some interesting facts about trees that you can share with your friends and family. If your trees are looking unhealthy and making you scratch your head, then feel free to call Sesmas Tree Service to have an ISA-certified arborist take a look.

Facts About Trees

Trees Do Not Die of Old Age

Trees are the longest living organisms on Earth with some species averaging ages of a few thousand years. But trees do not die of old age. In the right conditions, a tree can hypothetically live forever. Instead, trees die of disease, damage, and malnutrition. In fact, this is true for humans as well people do not technically die of old age, old-aged individuals usually die because of some sort of organ failure.

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Trees Save You Money

Trees can make you live better. We are not just talking about the fresh oxygen. We are talking about cash savings! Strategically placed trees and shrubs can save you up to 30 percent on your energy bills by providing much appreciated shade. Well-groomed and organized trees are also estimated to increase the value of real estate by up to about 10 percent.

Trees Communicate

Trees have relationships with surrounding plant life. What good is a relationship without good communication? Trees have mycorrhizal fungi that live on their roots. These fungi link each tree to others nearby and form a huge network. Researchers have found that trees can actually communicate via this network.

Customer Reviews

3 large Leyland Cypress trees removed near front of our home. Excellent service, professional crew, very competitive pricing for superior work! Rolando provided the initial estimate and the  follow up and was the best in terms of customer relations. I'd both use this company again AND highly recommend them.

Susan Hitchcock

This is the 2nd time we have used Sesmas Tree Service. They are a wonderful company to deal with. They were on time, professional, and very thorough. They cleaned up prior to leaving and went out of their way to protect our plants and landscaping. And they kept to their proposal with no hidden cost or add ons. Definitely a five star experience!

Gene McFadden

Wow!  I deal with tree services in my professional work and I can honestly say Sesmas is by far the most professional, best equipped, efficient, safety conscious, and communicative service I've ever encountered.  Their price was very reasonable and they even went so far as to include additional work without increasing the price.  Call them!  Now! They are very quick to respond.

Scott McLendon

We've used Sesmas several times and have always received excellent service.  Estimates are quick and easy and the crew is efficient and leaves the property clean of debris.  Recently we needed a tree removed next to a heavily landscaped area.  Sebastian went over everything with me in detail and listened to my concerns.  The crew did an excellent job in removing the tree with minimal disturbance to the surrounding area.  We are pleased and will consider them again in the future for pruning and tree removal.

Tonia Griswold

Sesmas Tree Service was amazing! I had two dead trees cut and a lot of trees that were already down on my property removed. Sebastian came out and sent the quote in writing within 24 hours. We were in the process of scheduling the service when a slot opened up sooner snd I was able to go ahead and get the work done. Everything was explained ahead of time for what to expect. The crew was very efficient and professional.  All of the work and cleanup was done in one day. I would recommend Sesmas for your tree cutting/cleanup needs.

LaDora Woods

I hired Sesmas to cut down a very tricky tree that was hanging over my house as well as a few large limbs. They did a great job and had the machinery to get the job done right.

Perry Hartman

Great experience with Sesmas. They were meticulous with my tree removal, safe and efficient. David’s communication throughout the process was much appreciated. Highly recommend!

Lindsay Ellenburg

Great experience with Sesmas Tree Service. The arborist who came out was a Board Certified Master Arborist, and you could immediately tell he knew his stuff. He took the time to explain what needed to be done, gave us clear options, and helped us feel confident from start to finish. The whole process was easy and professional. We’ll definitely use them again.

Ed Martin

Trees can also communicate with enemies of their enemies. They can produce chemicals that attract predators and parasites that kill the pests. These chemicals also send airborne signals to nearby trees, warning them to prepare for insect attacks.

Most Tree Species Exist Only in A Single Country

There are over 60,000 species of trees but over half of them are single country residents. These are trees that naturally exist in a single specific country. Brazil, Colombia, and Indonesia have the largest totals of tree species specific to the respective country. Meanwhile, pine trees are found on six of the seven countries.

Different Parts of the Tree Grow at Different Times

The parts of a tree do not grow together. Foliage growth generally happens during the spring, trunk growth takes place during the summer, and roots develop in the fall and winter.

Trees Improve Water Quality

If dogs are mans best friend, then trees are mans guardian angel. In addition to providing fresh air to breathe, trees slow and filter rainwater. They also protect aquifers and watersheds.

Who To Call When Your Trees Need Help

If you are having issues with your trees and cannot figure out what is going on or how to fix it, then call Sesmas Tree Service to speak with a friendly representative and schedule a flexible appointment. We are always delighted to help bring your trees back to full health.

 

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