We are at that time of year when the weather changes very quickly. From sub-zero temperatures to warm sunshine, anything is possible.

As we move from winter into spring, our trees are beginning to show visible signs of life.

Tree pollen has been high, particularly in the sunshine, and this year’s new leaves are developing.

The late winter has brought us torrential rain, plunging temperatures, snow, wind and sunshine.

Take a walk around any of our local beauty spots and you can see amazing textures and patterns on our older trees.

While many trees are still bare, the ground is a carpet of snowdrop, daffodils or crocuses, providing lots of natural colour.

The outlines of our trees are still visible for a few more weeks until the appearance of fresh green leaves in the spring.

The main thing is to enjoy our trees as we enjoy our outdoor exercise. They are the lungs of our earth.

Well, the snow is on the ground and deep frosts have returned.

As spring beckons, the cold easterly winds and plunging temperatures have made us wrap up warm and wish for warmer days!

Our trees are very hardy and they can cope with big changes in temperatures.

They, like us, are waiting for the new season.

So while we still need to use our big coats and sturdy footwear, our trees are used to the different seasons.

Roll on, Spring!

Spring is on its way after many dark months. Snowdrops are showing and the daylight is lasting a little bit longer each eay.

The bare trees will soon have new leaves and so another season is upon us.

We have had a lot of rain and we are sure to have some more.

With the branches clearly visible, check your trees for any signs of winter damage.

We had a wonderful autumn in terms of leaf colours; now we’re looking forward to a whole new year of fresh leaves.

Our location includes number of forests including private estates and the Great Yorkshire Forest.

Tree thinning is one of the jobs that needs doing, as well as making sure growing trees are healthy.

Any twigs, branches or logs that happen to be lying around can be put to use by forest visitors!

Also parts of tree trunks can make a natural seat so you can admire the views.

Forests help keep our natural environment healthy.

With 2020 behind us, we face a brand new year, another 12-months in an uncertain world.

However, the sun will continue to rise; the trees will continue to grow; the seasons will continue to change.

Already the spring buds will be there at the tip of the branches. These will gradually grow, expand and unfurl as the days get lighter.

January, February and March can be the coldest months of the year. We’ve already had a cold snap.

Trees are prepared for this yet it is also the time of year to keep checking your trees and also their roots.

Roots can also pose a potential problem below ground. Give us a call if you feel there’s a hitch.

Of course, we also want to wish everyone a safe 2021. Our role as tree surgeons is to keep everyone’s trees as healthy as possible, and to keep those who are lucky enough to have trees either in their gardens or at their place of work as safe we can.

We are lucky that Yorkshire has some amazing forest areas forming part of our natural landscape.

Some forests are within locally-owned estates although they are still open to the public to visit.

These forests can have a variety of tree species in their midst. From evergreens to deciduous types, these forests are not only important for our planet, they are also important for the wildlife, flora and fauna.

Forests have been here since time began and we know from fossil remains and precious materials such a jet that different species of trees have be present in our region in the long, distant past.

As winter progresses, and if you get chance, why not find your way to a nearby forest and enjoy the winter shapes and landscapes?

Autumn is fast fading into winter and over the last two weeks, most of the leaves have fallen from the branches onto the ground.

The sun is dropping lower and lower in the sky and with reduced warmth, nature is sleeping.

This is part of the yearly cycle of seasons and weather patterns. Having bare branches means you can check to see if there are any problems you need to ‘nip in the bud’.

Give us call today before the really bad weather sets in!

Even though we are close to the coast, the Scarborough area has stunning forests which are managed by the Forestry Commission.

During the mid to late autumn, these forests become even more peaceful as some trees drop their leaves while other keep their evergreen colours.

Forests become even quieter as nature heads towards winter and animals start to hibernate.

Mists gather in open spaces and gloss the grasses and spider’s webs with moisture.

Nature is going to sleep until the spring.

Yet it’s always worth looking upwards too at this time of year. As the tall trees of the forest reach overhead, you can see blue skies between the top branches.

Our trees are the lungs of our planet and we can also enjoy them and admire them from down on the ground.

So we are well into autumn, winter is on the horizon and this means wet weather, windy conditions and difficult ground conditions.

From saturated soils to slippery leaves, the transition into winter brings its own challenges.

As the leaves fall, it does give you chance to check the condition of trunks, bark and branches.

Checking the health of your trees can be difficult at other times of year.

Of course, if your tree is an evergreen, then it will hold onto its leaves throughout the winter.

So if you notice something different, or maybe a branch that doesn’t look safe, get the experts to sort it safely.

With a myriad of amazing colours and shades, autumn has well and truly arrived!

As new season gets settled in, our weather becomes less settled with colder temperatures, stronger winds, more rainfall and of course those dark mornings and afternoons.

The sun drops lower and lower in the sky and the solstice approaches.

It is a time to check the health and well-being of your trees, whether you have one or many. The orchards of our land will be giving up their fruit and leaves will drop steadily to the ground, often revealing problems that will only get worse as winter approaches.

If we have a stormy winter, then branches and boughs will fall and potentially cause damage to the ground, other trees and even property.

So while we still have daylight in the afternoon, and the temperatures are above freezing, give Simon Hill Tree Surgeons a call today.