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Deadwooding is when branches that are no longer living, in the process of dying or are diseased, are removed from a tree. As a tree grows, there are often branches that die but remain attached to the tree. The process of deadwooding removes these branches and provides...

Crown lifting is the term used to describe the process of removing the lower branches of a tree to give the trunk of the tree more height and to assist with aesthetic growth of the tree. What is the process of a Tree Crown Lift? The process of a crown lift is a...

Tree canopy lifting is the process of removing the lower branches of a tree so that the crown appears higher and more compact. It can also be referred to as crown lifting. Tree canopy lifting, crown lifts and tree canopy raising is something that our team of arborists...

Tree canopy thinning is the process of removing the smaller branches of the tree to enable light and wind to go through the tree crown. It is a similar process to crown thinning but is less significant and provides more benefit to the tree owner than the tree itself....

Crown thinning is the selective pruning of smaller branches of the crown of a tree to maintain an optimal shape as well as provide space for airflow through the tree. Effective crown thinning can improve the health of the tree and contribute to the useability and...

Borers are a destructive insect that causes terrible damage to trees and shrubs. They are particularly pernicious in South East Queensland due to our subtropical climate. A borer infestation can be very difficult to control and can often lead to devastating...

An arborist is a tree professional who is certified in the growth and development of trees, shrubs and other wooded plants; an arborist can also be called a tree surgeon or arboriculturist. The term arborist most often refers to the person who prunes, shapes and fells...

Providing Quality Established Trees and Professional Tree Services for Landscapers. At King Landscapes, we have been providing professional tree services to landscapers on the Gold Coast and throughout South East Queensland for more than 50 years. Our team loves to...

Innovative tree solutions for new builds and construction projects. King Landscapes have been providing professional tree services for builders and construction projects throughout South East Queensland and Northern NSW for more than 50 years. Our team has worked on...

Full maintenance and storm mitigation tree services for Gold Coast and Brisbane Schools At King Landscapes, we have been helping local schools maintain their trees for decades. We work with schools throughout the Gold Coast and Brisbane, as well as Northern New South...

Supporting Local Council Landscape and Maintenance Teams At King Landscapes we work closely with South East Queensland and Northern New South Wales Local Councils to provide professional tree services that support the work of the parks and recreation departments of...

Whatever the project, if your tree needs us, we will be there. At King Landscapes, we relish the chance to provide professional tree services to our commercial clients. We love the diversity that comes with commercial tree work; from rooftop palm cleaning, to animal...

Defining style and creating value with trees  As a Gold Coast business with over 50 years of experience maintaining, removing, planting and transplanting trees, we have worked with a diverse range of property developers. We have literally been “growing” the Gold Coast...

With the Christmas Season now upon us it is time to take a look at lighting our trees for Christmas. Outdoor Christmas Trees can look spectacular and even just placing some fairy lights around the trees in your front yard can look great, but there are some things to...

When to call the tree experts and when you can do the clean up yourself. Summer is upon us, and the summer storms have started already; but what should you do with the aftermath of a storm? How do you safely remove a storm-damaged tree from your property, or how do...

Several common defects can cause a tree to not grow to it’s potential, or even cause the tree to die. Some of these common defects can be prevented, some can be managed, and some are fatal to the tree. Let’s take a look at some of the most common tree defects in South...

How do I know when it is time for my tree to be removed? Whether you should remove a tree can be a difficult decision to make. Your trees become an extension of your home and add character and charm to your landscaping. It can be hard to know when it is time to remove...

When can I lop my own trees? Tree Lopping is a skill that is often underrated. There is a lot to consider when it comes to removing either a whole tree or even just branches from your property; the most important being safety. Tree removal as a profession has one of...