Posted on October 1, 2025 4:00 pm.
Elm trees are a defining feature of many Canberra streets and gardens, but they face a serious threat from the Elm Leaf Beetle (ELB). This small insect can cause major defoliation, leaving trees weakened, stressed, and vulnerable to long-term decline. Managing ELB...
Posted on October 1, 2025 3:44 pm.
Canberra has wonderful birdlife but the curawongs, cockatoos, rosellas, and starlings quickly find ripening fruit, leaving it damaged or gone before you’ve had a chance to pick. Fortunately, there are reliable, wildlife-friendly ways to keep birds away from your fruit...
Posted on October 1, 2025 3:35 pm.
Choosing the right tree can add value, shade, and structure to your garden for decades. The wrong choice can cause costly problems. Before planting, assess each tree carefully against the following factors: Root system — Some trees develop invasive or aggressive roots...
Posted on October 1, 2025 3:26 pm.
Canberra’s climate combines cold winters with heavy frosts, hot dry summers, and irregular rainfall. Selecting tree species that can establish under these conditions reduces the need for supplemental watering and long-term maintenance. The following small trees are...
Posted on October 1, 2025 3:08 pm.
Canberra summers are hot, dry, and often unforgiving. Shade makes a huge difference — not only for comfort outdoors but also for reducing the heat load on homes. Planting the right trees can lower cooling costs in summer while still allowing precious sunshine through...
Posted on October 1, 2025 1:29 pm.
Solar panels work best in full sunlight. Even partial shading from nearby trees can significantly reduce energy production, increasing electricity costs and lowering the value of your investment. Strategic pruning ensures you get maximum efficiency without...
Posted on September 1, 2025 2:45 pm.
Sneezes and scratchy eyes — hay fever season is here again. Canberra holds the title of Australia’s allergy capital, with tree pollen season stretching from mid-July to October, followed by grasses until December. The problem lies with wind-pollinated trees. Their...
Posted on September 1, 2025 2:18 pm.
Planting a tree is one of the best investments you can make for your garden, but simple mistakes at the start can shorten a tree’s life. At TreeWorks, we’re often called to help with trees that are struggling because they were planted incorrectly. Here’s how to avoid...
Posted on September 1, 2025 1:56 pm.
Want more than just privacy from a hedge? With the right plants, you can create a living sanctuary for Canberra’s birds. Native shrubs not only provide a screen, they also deliver food, shelter, and spectacular spring flowers — all while coping with our frosty winters...
Posted on September 1, 2025 1:51 pm.
We’ve all seen the results of bad powerline clearing — trees hacked back, left crooked, bare, and permanently scarred. Too often, powerline clearing comes at the expense of your trees. But it doesn’t have to be that way. There’s a reason we’re Canberra’s leading...
