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What Is Crown Thinning and How Can it Help My Trees?

September 30, 2026September 21, 2020 by The Parke Company

The Parke Company crown thinning trees in Nashville

If you have trees on your property, you probably know that they can be one of your best assets or your biggest nightmare. Lush, healthy trees are a perfect way to add shade to your home and improve curb appeal. At the same time, unhealthy trees can litter your yard with dead leaves and present a great risk if there is a chance that the tree may fall.

While you may know about tree trimming and leaf collection, one of the best methods for maintaining the health of your trees may be one you’ve never heard of. Crown thinning is the industry secret that may be the difference between sad, lifeless trees and trees that revitalized your landscape.

What is Crown Thinning

Just like most other plants, trees do need pruning to remove dead material and promote growth. Crown thinning is a specific method of pruning. Unlike tree topping that can end up killing a tree, crown thinning selects specific limbs and branches to treat.

According to the Arboricultural Association, crowning thinning is a method similar to crown lift or crown raising in which “the removal of a portion of smaller/tertiary branches, usually at the outer crown” is performed to, “produce a uniform density of foliage around an evenly spaced branch structure.”

Typically, this process does not drastically change the overall shape or size of the tree, but involves the systematic removal of material, not to exceed 30% of the tree overall.

How Can Crown Thinning Help My Trees

There are a number of different benefits of crown thinning. Many people may opt for crown thinning because it is a great way to allow more light to pass through your trees, increasing the amount of sun that reaches the surrounding area.

Crown thinning can also be beneficial for areas in which you desire less wind resistance and reduced weight on a particular tree. It should be noted, however, that crown thinning does not always reduce the leverage on a structure.

Hiring Landscaping Services

Obviously, crown thinning is more than just trimming a few branches and calling it a day.

Proper crown thinning requires tools and expertise you may not have at hand if you’re not already a landscaping professional. It also ensures only the appropriate parts of the tree are trimmed so that it lives a long and healthy life.

Crown thinning is a process that must be kept up over time and carefully tracked to reap its full benefits. Our landscaping experts have the experience and skills necessary to help you devise the best ways to protect and beautify your landscape. Our technicians know just how to get you the biggest bang for your buck and protect your investments in your home’s landscape.

From lawn mowing to tree removal, the landscaping professionals at The Parke Company have the experience and the skills to handle lawn problems and answer your landscaping services questions. Let us meet the unique needs of your property and bring your design dreams to life.

Give us a call (615-350-6033) or contact us online today to see how The Parke Company difference can work for you.

5 Surprising Benefits of Water Features

September 30, 2026September 15, 2020 by The Parke Company

The Parke Company truck with wood chipper outside a water feature

In addition to keeping up with regular lawn maintenance, you might also want to consider some type of water feature for your landscape. Water features are a beautiful way to spruce up your yard and include numerous benefits:

Purifies the air. Running water releases negative ions that neutralize air impurities and pull them from the air. Cleaner air translates to cleaner lungs and improved health for you and your family.
Increases resale value on your home. The cost of installation for water features can vary depending on the project, but they usually add significant value to your property.
Creates a peaceful ambiance. The sound of moving water is relaxing and soothing for the mind. Your backyard can be transformed into a serene getaway.
Easy to maintain. Simple wall fountains, waterfalls and pondless water features are a low maintenance way to boost your landscape since the water can recirculate itself.
Provides a customized focal point. Outdoor water features can be designed to accentuate your unique landscape, no matter the size of the lot.

If you would like to experience some of these water feature benefits, contact the Parke Company at (615) 350-6033 or feel free to read more about their services. The Parke Company is experienced in all kinds of landscape and lawn maintenance, from tree removal to water feature installation.

Landscape Prep with the Parke Company

September 30, 2026September 15, 2020 by The Parke Company

The Parke Company landscaping services on flowers

It’s springtime folks! While winter is coughing up its last bit of cold in the Nashville and Middle Tennessee area, there are Redbud trees and daffodils blooming all over. And for those who have lawns and landscape to care for, now is the time to call the Parke Company to schedule an appointment if you haven’t done so already.

Prepare your landscape and lawns for spring, whether you need it for your business or your home. Now is the time to check off those lawn care needs from the to-do list. Here are a few things you can do on your own before your appointment:

Brainstorm landscape or lawn care designs
Go outside and examine your trees for any tree care related issues
Tie up any loose ends from the winter to-do list

If you plan on completing more complex projects, such as planting large trees or bushes, be sure to tell the Parke Company your thoughts. This will help them schedule your landscape project and ensure they are prepared and equipped for everything you have in mind.

Not sure what all the Parke Company has to offer your landscape or lawns? The Parke Company has a list of services under landscaping as well as tree care and lawn care services. The landscape services include:

Plant Health Care
Commercial Landscape
Residential Landscape
Turfgrass
Landscape Design
Irrigation
Landscape Maintenance

The Parke Company isn’t just a tree company, but a one-stop shop for all your tree and landscape needs. They serve the Nashville and the Middle Tennessee area including Madison, Brentwood, Franklin and Belle Meade. To schedule an appointment, call the Parke Company today.

Three Spring To-Dos to Check Off with the Parke Company

September 30, 2026September 15, 2020 by The Parke Company

The Parke Company landscaping with a dogwood flower

It’s been a long winter for Nashvillians (and the rest of the U.S. too)! But now spring has finally arrived, it is time to break out the gardening gloves and get to work in your lawns. There are a few things to begin thinking about when brainstorming and planning your trees, tree care and landscape for the spring season. And a few of these tree care and lawn care items can easily be scratched off the to-do list with the help of the Parke Company.

Soil Injections: This is a great way to prep your trees for the spring and summer. Just like your flower beds need some nourishment and TLC, so do your trees! The Parke Company understands how important your tree care is to you. That’s why taking care of soil injections or other health care issues are important.

Landscape Design: This can be such a fun, but daunting task for many customers. Thankfully, the Parke Company has a team who can make it a whole lot easier. The Parke Company helps design and then build your dream landscape or lawns. From flowerbeds to planting trees, to adding a fountain, we have you covered.

Flower Planting: Landscape design and flower planting kind of go hand-in-hand. Think about pansies, daffodils and tulips for your flowerbed or landscape.They are all such fun and cheery flowers that will liven up any Tennessee lawn.

Now that spring is here, the Parke Company is out in full force. Be sure you can mark these items off your lawn care list before it is too late. As always, call the Parke Company to schedule an appointment for your lawn care as their days are filling up quickly. And all you have to worry about is sitting back, relaxing, and enjoying the welcomed warm weather on your lawns.

The Parke Company Planting Nashville’s Future

September 30, 2026September 15, 2020 by The Parke Company

The Parke Company planting a large tree in Nashville

Let’s think long term. When we plant trees, do we want our children and grandchildren to be around to enjoy them? Of course! The importance of landscape and tree service visits are not just for us, but for generations to come. As Nelson Henderson might answer, “the true meaning of life is to plant trees, under whose shade you do not expect to sit.”

The Parke Company has over three and a half centuries of collective experience under their belt, which means years upon years of landscape, tree care and emergency calls for the Nashville and Middle Tennessee area. With 359 years collectively of planting trees and landscaping lawns for people who will never see their trees get as big as the Battle of Nashville tree.

With that many boots on the ground it is easy to see why the Parke Company works in tree service. They enjoy it and they know it’s what is best for Nashville’s future! That is what Earth Day and raising awareness for your community is about too, right?

Landscape and tree service is primarily not a business to receive instant gratification. In some cases, it can take years before you can see results. With the patience and years of experience in their pocket, the Parke Company works diligently to make sure you receive the best landscape and tree care in Nashville. Though we may not get to enjoy the shade of a large tree, generations to come will be able to benefit from these majestic creatures. For more information about tree care, landscape or other services, contact the Parke Company today.