Fielding Tree Care, LLC

Good news, Lakewood! 🍂

Our leaf recycling event is returning November 7th - 22nd. 🍁 Don't let your leaves end up in a landfill or contribute to storm drain issues - bag them up and bring them to the Lakewood City Greenhouse, 9556 W. Yale Ave.

Things to know:
1️⃣ The Lakewood City Greenhouse is open for drop off Saturday - Thursday 9a.m. - 3p.m. and Fridays from 9a.m. - 12p.m. Staff will be on-site to assist on weekends.
2️⃣ This event is for leaves only; branches, woody brush or tree stumps will not be accepted.
3️⃣ Lakewood residents only. No commercial businesses. Proof of residency may be required.
4️⃣ All leaves must be emptied on the pile. No bags, even if they are compostable bags, can be accepted.

Learn more at: https://lkwd.co/LeafRecycling

We’re honored to be named a Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite for 2026! 🌳

Thank you to everyone who took the time to recommend us and support our local, veteran-owned business. We appreciate the opportunity to care for your trees and are grateful to be part of this community!

We often think we’re doing our trees a favor by piling on fresh mulch—but a “mulch volcano” can become a slow-motion tree killer.

Piling organic matter directly against the trunk traps moisture exactly where it doesn’t belong, keeping bark damp and inviting decay. That cozy mound can also shelter pests and encourage roots to circle the trunk.

A tree’s root flare—the widening part at the base—should stay visible, not disappear beneath a mountain of wood chips.

Instead of burying your trees, pull the mulch back at least three inches from the trunk and keep the layer only two to three inches deep. Spread it outward, not upward.

Mulch is supposed to protect the roots—not smother the trunk. Give the base breathing room before the damage stays hidden for another season.

🍂 YOUR TREE IS LOSING LEAVES… BUT ITS ROOTS AREN'T DONE YET! 🌳

Think your trees are finished growing for the year? Think again!

Even after the leaves fall, tree roots can remain active until soil temperatures drop. What you do during fall can make a difference when spring arrives.

🍁 3 Fall Tree Care Tips Before Winter:

💧 Check soil moisture. Keep trees properly hydrated during dry fall weather before the ground freezes.

🌱 Protect the roots. Apply 2–3 inches of organic mulch, keeping it away from the trunk.

🌳 Know when to fertilize. If your tree needs additional nutrients, a properly formulated fall fertilizer may help support its seasonal needs.

TreeHelp Fall Fertilizer is specially formulated for fall application, with potassium and temperature-controlled nitrogen release.

🛒 Explore our fall tree care solutions: https://www.treehelp.com/collections/tree-care/products/treehelp-fall-fertilizer

💬 TREE OWNERS, WE'RE CURIOUS! What type of tree are you preparing for winter? Maple, oak, arborvitae, or something else? Tell us in the comments!

📌 Save this post for your fall tree care checklist, and share it with a fellow tree lover!

🍂 Your tree might need protection from the winter SUN—not just the cold! 🌳

Young trees and thin-barked species can develop winter sunscald when daytime sunshine warms their trunks and freezing nighttime temperatures cause sudden changes.

A little fall preparation can help!

✅ Protect vulnerable trunks with suitable tree wrap.
✅ Keep mulch away from the trunk.
✅ Remove seasonal wrap in spring.

🌳 Explore TreeHelp's Tree Wrap: https://www.treehelp.com/products/tree-wrap

Have you ever noticed cracks or damaged bark on your trees after winter? Tell us below! 👇

Our trees are thirsty, even in winter! 🌳

Residential lawn watering is prohibited during the ongoing drought, but there are no restrictions on watering trees.

Visit our website for more tips on caring for your trees this season:
https://denvergov.org/Government/Agencies-Departments-Offices/Agencies-Departments-Offices-Directory/Parks-Recreation/Forestry-Park-Operations-Open-Space-Management/Office-of-the-City-Forester/Tree-Care-and-Best-Practices/Trees-and-Drought