Best Bulbs to Plant for the Cumbrian Climate
A seasonal planting guide from Arborscape Environmental Services Cumbria’s gardens are defined by their lushness and resilience. With wet winters, cool springs, and occasional summer warmth, selecting bulbs that thrive in these conditions is key. Ornamental bulbs, with their structure, height, and vibrant colours, provide year-after-year interest while complementing local landscapes. At Arborscape Environmental Services, […]
Why Winter Is the Secret Season for Tree Planting
This season it’s all about planting trees. One of our current projects involves swathes of ornamental tree planting in a large woodland garden in Patterdale. Some of the beautiful trees going in include; specialist magnolias, American oak and swamp cypress and ornamental cherries. This is the perfect time of year to plant trees, giving them […]
Winter Tree Safety Works in the Lakes.
As the golden hues of autumn fade and winter approaches, the Lakes faces a season of high winds, heavy rainfall, and occasional snow. For landowners, estate managers, and local councils in the Lakes, this means one thing: it’s time for winter tree safety works. Whether you’re in Ambleside or Elterwater, Grange or Grasmere, Arborscape has […]
Go Wild! – Encouraging wildlife into your green space
Go Wild! Encouraging wildlife and biodiversity into your green space benefits everyone. Here is an easy introduction and a few tips to get you started. We are all keen to be doing our bit for the environment, and the green spaces around the home or workplace can be a real contribution. Imagine a pond, buzzing […]
Stumped?
STUMP REMOVAL SERVICES ACROSS CUMBRIA What we offer Serving Cumbria and the North West, our experienced team of arborists specializes in safe, efficient, and thorough stump removal to reclaim your outdoor spaces and prepare them for new possibilities. Stumps can be unsightly obstacles in your landscape, detracting from the beauty and functionality of your outdoor areas. […]
Workplace Wellbeing Garden
Why have a wellbeing garden? They give opportunity for socialisation and relaxation providing a ‘proper break’ from stress and screens. Research has found this promotes increased staff morale, productivity and creativity. A garden can also provide an informal meeting space for staff socialisation leading to improved teamwork. Looking out onto green space from an office […]
Ash Dieback
WHAT IS IT? Ash dieback is a serious fungal disease, detected in the UK back in 2012 it is now widespread. The fungus causes rapid or gradual crown dieback and can also attack the root collar of susceptible trees. A susceptible ash tree may take many or only a few years to eventually die depending […]
Site Clearance Services – re-claim your green space.
As we approach the end of the bird nesting season, now is the perfect time to schedule site clearance work, especially for areas where nesting birds have recently been active. (Please note: it is illegal to disturb active nests, and we fully comply with all wildlife protection laws.) Tree Assessments & Early Detection Have you […]