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What the lack of sleep does to your mind and body! Surrounding ourselves with screens comes with an unexpected side effect: We can't sleep. And our bodies and minds are suffering. Whether it's because we're staying up to squeeze in a final episode of "Master of None" or scrolling through Facebook, nearly 40% of us get…
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Here we are, almost ready to officially kick off the winter season and I’m going to talk to you about all the ways you can get your trees and landscaping in great shape…yes now! This is the perfect time to call us…we’re a little less busy so we can respond…
This time of year, my backyard goes to the birds…literally! When bugs, seeds and berries become scarce or non-existent, it’s time to get the bird feeders out and take care of our feathered friends. Many types of birds stay with us all winter and during the harsh season they will…
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Giving the gift of life can be a very difficult decision, but it can also be a very comforting decision. When it comes your time to leave this earth, why not leave behind parts of you that can make a life changing, life sustaining and life giving difference in a…
Friday, 20 November 2015 15:29
Frosty the Snowman! Get ready for his arrival!
Written by Wess McCullough
Frosty the snowman will soon be looking for a place to park his delightfully fluffy body. Are you ready? McCullough’s Tree Service wants to remind you to get your business on our ice and snow removal list. Here are a few things about our winter program you may not know……
Friday, 13 November 2015 14:47
Thanksgiving History...You Might Be Surprised!
Written by Wess McCullough
With Thanksgiving rapidly approaching, I decided to look at a little history behind the holiday. Documentation is sparse as to when the actual first Thanksgiving or feast to celebrate harvest originated. Some documentation goes back as far as the fifteen hundreds while other documentation states the sixteen hundreds. Plymouth Rock…
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A man was an avid gardener... Saw a small butterfly laying a few eggs in one of the pots in his garden since that day he looked at the egg with ever growing curiosity and eagerness. The egg started to move and shake a little. He was excited to see…
There are some very interesting facts about trees that you probably don’t know. I decided to find a few short stories and share them with you. Click the link at the bottom of the article to learn more. Enjoy! …
Remember, it’s not what you gather while on your life journey, but who walks the journey with you that counts the most. We are born to achieve! We learn to sit up, crawl, walk, talk and so much more. We are told to excel in school, sports, at work and…
I decided this weeks’ blog needs to be about really delicious food. Throw your diet out the window, sometimes you just have to shout out loud, “you only live once,” then dive in and eat it! While I don’t recommend you do this every day, I do highly recommend you…
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Friday, 18 September 2015 18:21
Expectations and the role they play in our lives!
Written by Wess McCullough
Sometimes a fellow blogger writes about something compelling that makes me say…I must steal this blog. So, here it is a blog that caught my attention, held my attention and made me take a look at life. You will want to click on the link and watch the video by…
Fall is almost here, are you looking forward to pumpkin everything, wearing sweatshirts and warm sweaters or taking in a great football game followed by a roaring bonfire? Fall is a great time of year! Meal preparation changes to thoughts of warm, hearty soups, roasts with potatoes and sweet endings…
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Do you own a 4 legged friend? The companionship of an animal is an amazing thing. Animals have an unexplainable way of detecting emotions and physical changes in us. Dogs make incredible service animals. They have an uncanny ability to alert humans when something has changed in their body and…
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Thursday, 27 August 2015 16:18
Back to School...Off to College - Stay Safe, Be Smart!
Written by Wess McCullough
When it came to writing my blog this time, I had several things on my mind. I couldn’t settle on one, so I am choosing all of them! The kiddos are heading back to school now, young adults are heading off to college and I think about all the good…
Could you take an electronics free day? It’s a very simple question, but the answer is not that simple! Could you go a whole day without your laptop, tablet or phone? If you work anywhere in this world, the answer would be a resounding NO, business comes to a complete…
Taking out some trees and tree stumps at Buckeye Lake! We were so excited to be a part of the preservation of Buckeye Lake. Our team members worked carefully to remove stumps and trees near the dam. McCullough’s Tree Service works with many businesses to ensure jobs are handled correctly…
Busy work days, jam packed evenings with soccer, ballgames and homework, leaves very little time for exercise, eating properly and taking care of ourselves. Make it a challenge! Squeeze in 30 minutes of exercise 4 times a week without stressing out about getting to the gym. Here are some great…
Monday, 20 July 2015 14:40
McCullough's Tree Service is looking for a few good "tree" men!
Written by Wess McCullough
Our business is growing and expanding and finding great team members can sometimes be a really big challenge. Working in the tree business industry is hard work, its rewarding work too but one must be aware that it is a very active job and being in good physical condition is…
Thursday, 09 July 2015 21:47
Old drive-in movie theaters…old car hops, the A & W Root Beer stand. Do you remember?
Written by Wess McCullough
If you didn’t have the amazing opportunity to experience a drive-in movie theater or a car hop, then you really missed out on one of the best dying or dead experiences ever. Even if it was stifling weather, we truly didn’t mind because a frosty, and I do mean frosty,…
Thursday, 02 July 2015 01:36
Take a Summer time trip…get wet…go wild…make it a scream…have fun!
Written by Wess McCullough
It’s that time of year again; time to take a memorable family vacation! Let me suggest a few great places to see right here in Ohio. Why not head to Zoombezi Bay in Columbus, Ohio or The Lake Park Aquatic Center in Coshocton, Ohio. If wet is not what you…
McCullough's Tree Service wishes you a safe and happy Fourth of July! Variously known as the Fourth of July and Independence Day, July 4th has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the…
It’s that time of year and we are so excited about the projects we’re handling and the ones that are ahead of us. Here a few pictures…just to give you an idea of what we’ve been up to so far this spring. We took care of some things at The…
Wednesday, 27 May 2015 17:48
Community Gardens and Urban Farming...Feeding the Hungry
Written by Wess McCullough
While I am not sure the origin of the Community Garden project, the outcome has been significant. Did you know that families that belong to a community garden project eat more healthily than those who do not? Did you know that Community Gardens help lessen the number of children who…
This Monday, May 25th we will pay tribute to the men and women of the United States who have lost their lives in battle to sustain our freedom. Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in service of the United States…
Thursday, 14 May 2015 14:07
Taking Care of Business at The Dawes Arboretum
Written by Wess McCullough
Looking for a great place to visit this spring…check out The Dawes Arboretum in Columbus, Ohio! McCullough’s Tree Service recently had the opportunity to take care of some tree needs at The Dawes Arboretum. Matt Keil, an employee with McCullough’s since 2011, happily goes about his work at The Dawes!…
Thursday, 07 May 2015 13:23
McCullough's Tree Service is ready to...PLAY BALL!
Written by Wess McCullough
It’s baseball season and the crack of the bat gets my blood pumping. Whether it’s the big leagues or little league, summer definitely signals the beginning of the exciting baseball season. My love of baseball goes back to the Cincinnati Reds and watching them on TV every chance I got.…
Thursday, 30 April 2015 13:27
McCullough’s Tree Service is getting ready for a busy season
Written by Wess McCullough
Now that winter is over and the official season has begun, here at McCullough’s Tree Service we’re gearing up for the busiest time of the year. We’re out there trimming, planting, removing, pruning and diagnosing trees every day, all day long. We’re making sure our safety skills are sharp and…
Thursday, 23 April 2015 13:43
McCullough's Clears the way for the Zanesville, Ohio New Lift Station
Written by Wess McCullough
Recently McCullough’s Tree Service cleared the way for the new Lift Station in Zanesville, Ohio. We are taking advantage of the much improved Ohio weather to start this very busy season off with a bang. While residential clients keep us very busy, you might not know that our business clients…
Get out there and enjoy nature! The weekends are getting warmer and the camping bug might be nipping at you, if it is, get your tent or RV ready and hit the road! Camping has a way of taking you far away from reality. Whether really far away from home…
Borrowed blog from one of my favorite bloggers! Have you ever heard of the children’s book, The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein? It’s a story about a tree that gives a boy everything it has, such as apples, wood and shade, to make him happy throughout his life. Every tree is a…
After a long drawn out winter, many of us are thinking of a nice vacation where the weather is warm, the sunshine is bright and perhaps our toes in the sand. Vacations are a great time to get away from it all and relax. Here is a great link for…
Monday, 23 March 2015 16:14
Spring has sprung at McCullough’s Tree Service
Written by Wess McCullough
What’s your favorite thing about spring? For me, it’s hearing the peepers for the very first time. There’s a certain spot along the Wakatomika Creek where, every spring, the peepers find their voice. After a long, cold, snowy, dreary…need I go on, winter, I look forward to hearing their sweet…
Friday, 13 March 2015 18:53
Working with DOT taking down some big trees, clearing the way!
Written by Wess McCullough
McCullough’s Tree Service recently had the opportunity to work with the Department of Transportation in taking down some trees and some of them were rather large trees. So we’re sharing these great photos so you can see the progress of the work and just how big some of the trees…
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Do you have a favorite pair of shoes that are old and worn, but make you feel awesome when you slide your feet into them? How about that old sweater or sweatshirt that you’ve had forever that you throw on every Saturday morning? And then there’s the old leather recliner…
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Do you have the winter blues? Planning and thinking of spring is a sure bet to put a smile on your face and a lift in your heart while warming your spirit. Perhaps it’s time to change up your landscaping a little this upcoming warm weather season. Maybe you have…
Do you know what you’re passionate about? Have you tapped into what really makes you happy? Isn’t life about living abundantly? When it seems we can’t quite put our finger on the secret of happiness, finding your passion, being creative, using the talents that God gave you can help you…
A job worth doing is a job worth doing right! At McCullough’s Tree Service, we guarantee you’re satisfaction. We’re a business built on a work ethic that spans generations, those same generations taught me business principles that stand the test of time. Did you know that we have a business…
Super Bowl Sunday is February 1st. Are you watching? The Seahawks and Patriots will face off in what is one of the most watched events of the year. Of course, its’ social ramifications are far reaching. Super Bowl parties, tons of interesting foods, tailgating at the game and if you…
If you’re sitting in your house looking outside at your trees and thinking, “my trees need help," then it’s time to call McCullough’s Tree Service. I know what you’re thinking, “Who trims trees in the winter?” We do! By scheduling your work now, you can save money over scheduling in…
Whether you inherit a fortune or earn it, sometimes it can be both a blessing and a curse. For many, giving it away was the best thing they could do for themselves and in turn for others. Sometimes amassing riches becomes an illness or an obsession. Often times tremendous wealth…
Friday, 09 January 2015 18:24
Get the family together and play in the snow!
Written by Wess McCullough
Is getting the whole family involved in making the perfect snowman or snow creation on your list of must dos this winter? Here are a few tips to help you on your way. First, you need the right kind of snow, not too dry and not too wet. Of course,…
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So let me start this blog by stating one of the most powerful scriptures in the bible, Proverbs 8:21 - Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof. Do you realize we speak things into existence? God spoke the…
Oh you’re a buckeye fan? History is officially in the making as Ohio State is set to take on the Crimson Tide of Alabama. Here is everything you need to get ready for January 1st. A reminder of all the reasons you love Ohio State University 30 Signs That You’re…
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Monday, 22 December 2014 17:27
Columbus Ohio Zoo Lights, Just Another Reason To Visit
Written by Wess McCullough
Catch the Columbus Wildlights Going to see the lights at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is a favorite winter tradition among Columbus residents. Here at McCullough’s, we love taking our families this time of year. Free for members, it is the perfect ending to a day of Christmas shopping or…
We are rapidly approaching Christmas Day, and as I observe the people around me, I wonder if we have lost the Holiday Spirit. It seems crazy, Black Friday, Cyber Monday and people knocking each other down to get to the last one of this or that, or just to be…
Are you opting for a live Christmas tree this year? Let’s take a look at both sides of the story. A live tree is a great way to go, but why not get one that you can plant after. There are great ways to cover the root ball while it…
Columbus, Ohio loves a fire. Winter weather has arrived a little early this year, so it’s time to build a warm and toasty fire in the fireplace! For the very brave at heart, build a nice fire in your fire pit and enjoy a little time outside. We have firewood…
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, so let’s talk turkey! We go to the market and pick the perfect bird. We wash it, marinate it, stuff it, carve it perfectly and enjoy it with every bite. No disappointment, no remorse. Shouldn’t you have the same experience with the company that…
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Oh no, here we go again. Winter 2015 predictions are for more of the same, cold and snow. We haven’t even made it to Thanksgiving yet and already the powers to be at the helm of the weather are warning us to be ready and prepared. Didn’t we just rake…
So, am I the only one saying bah-humbug? Everywhere you go, it's Christmas! I'm still mulching leaves, cleaning up the landscaping and trimming trees, (and not with garland and lights.) While I do agree that putting up the holiday decorations is much more enjoyable in the warmer weather rather than…
Here’s a shout out to Columbus, Granville, Newark, Zanesville and surrounding areas. If you are in these Ohio areas, you need to know why you want McCullough’s Tree Service to work for you! 1) They’re professional 2) They’re prompt 3) They’re knowledgeable 4) They do the job right 5) When…
Go Bucks!! Who doesn't love a great football game and tailgate party? Columbus, Ohio offers a lot of great things to do, see and experience. Whether you take in a football game, visit Cosi, relax with some "retail therapy" or get your groove on at a concert, let's face it,…
Friday, 03 October 2014 17:35
The fun of a bonfire-the danger of a forest fire
Written by Wess McCullough
Don't you love a bonfire! I always think there should be two fires so I can stand in between the two and never have a cold backside. Come on now, you've thought the very same thing! I've also thought there has to be a neater way to make s'mores, but I…
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Can you believe the trees are starting to turn already? Soon the hillsides will be ablaze with gorgeous colors and there will be a slight nip in the air and the haziness of Indian summer will be all around us. Trees provide some amazing artwork for our enjoyment. The colors…
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September will forever be remembered in a way that is almost indescribable. For some it's a birthday celebration, for others it may be a wedding anniversary, but for many it will always be about losing a loved one in such a heart wrenching way that most times only tears can…
Summer is winding down and the kids are back to school so let’s take a look back at the busy summer. The weather could not have been more perfect. Where did the heat go? I guess the polar vortex is still gripping Ohio. So summer was wonderful, we warmed up…
McCullough’s Tree Service just couldn’t resist bringing you these little critters! You can find cute animals in most of nature's habitats, but there's just something about living in trees that makes arboreal creatures particularly appealing. Common biological adaptations found in tree-dwelling animals help to explain their charm: those bushy…
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It's easy to take trees for granted. After all, it looks like they stand around and do nothing. But, in reality, they're very busy doing many jobs that are very essential. 1) Many animals, such as birds, squirrels, raccoons and a variety of insects, spend much of their lives…
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Saturday, 09 August 2014 01:46
How are we like fruit trees? How are fruit trees like us?
Written by Wess McCullough
Even so every good tree brings forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree brings forth evil fruit. Matthew 7:17 Just like us, our fruit trees need food, water, pruning and nurturing to bear great fruit. Most fruit trees fair better when they are planted in twos, so you should choose…
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Normally, August proves to be a hot, humid and dry month for Ohio. It’s a good time to make sure you have the proper amount of mulch around your trees. Not only does mulch add curb appeal, but it also protects trees. Surround your tree bases with mulch around 1…
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Tuesday, 08 July 2014 20:52
It Takes a Special Kind of Tree to Have a Nickname
Written by Wess McCullough
It takes a special kind of tree to have a nickname. Not every tree has a nickname, but “The President” has earned it. This giant sequoia stands 247 feet tall, and is estimated to be over 3,200 years old. Imagine, this tree was already 1200 years old when Jesus walked the earth. The trunk…
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California is home to famous beaches, famous people, famous shopping, and famous… trees? Yep! Sequoia National Park in the southern Sierra Nevada is where you will find one very special Giant Sequoia. Its’ name is General Sherman and has been standing tall for thousands of years. By volume, General…
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Bahrain is an island located off the coast of Saudi Arabia in the Persian Gulf. Its’ landscape is 92% desert and summer temperatures reach 122 degrees Fahrenheit with an average of only 2.83 inches of rain in the winter. Why am I telling you this? In the desert land stands…
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The official start of summer is just around the corner. If you’re like me, you live for the glorious summer months full of warmth, sunshine, leafy trees, colorful flowers, long days and exciting nights. Now is the perfect time to make a little summer bucket list of the activities or…
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The great city of Columbus is home to beautiful parks that are available for your enjoyment. June is a great time to get outside and enjoy family, pets, and the great outdoors. Columbus Recreation and Parks Department started with only 6 parks, but now features 215. The link below will…
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Friday, 23 May 2014 17:40
Fruit From Ohio... What We'll See - What We Won't
Written by Wess McCullough
You may have seen the recent news that peach trees in Ohio have taken a detrimental hit due to our polar vortex-of a winter. Some fruit providers say that they will not be able to produce any peaches at all. Even though the peaches you will be enjoying this summer…
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Informally, an arborist’s job description can simply be titled, “tree doctor.” Here at McCullough’s, we have four arborists certified by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA). This means that they have all passed a comprehensive examination and continually keep up to date with the education provided by the ISA. As…
Start now and make your trees a true investment. Proper care and treatment of your trees helps to keep them healthy and attractive. Healthy, beautiful trees add significant value to your home. Hire an arborist from McCullough’s Tree Service who can help you identify any potential problems with your existing…
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Let’s talk Buckeyes… Did you think amazing football, delicious chocolate and peanut butter treats, Columbus, Ohio or trees? Let’s talk trees. The Red Buckeye tree is a native Ohio tree that produces red flowers in the spring and drops its leaves early in the fall. The Red Buckeye reaches heights…
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Green parking lots are defined as those that are designed to do environmental work. Parking lots should be designed to reduce the use of energy, improve environmental quality and to ensure more healthy conditions for people. If you are planning to construct a green parking lot then give McCullough’s Tree…
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In one year, an acre of trees can absorb as much carbon as is produced by a car driven up to 8700 miles. Plant a tree, clean up the air you breath!
Let’s get ready for spring and summer! Take a little off the top and sides please. Now is the time to call McCullough’s Tree Service and get your pruning evaluation. Keeping your trees in tiptop shape is on our minds this time of year and the experienced and knowledgeable team…
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It’s not too early to plan for Spring, and here are three things you can do: Dormant Tree Pruning – Most people don’t think about pruning trees in the winter; however, it is one of the best times to do so. Our experts know how to remove just the…
With the sap retreating to the trunk and primary structure of the tree, late fall and early winter are excellent times for pruning. Effective pruning is more than just cutting dead or damaged branches; it also involves the removal of small, interior branch starts (often called suckers) and sometimes the…
Here's some practical advice in preparing for winter. New Tree Installations Fall is an excellent time to install new trees. Installed properly, they will acclimate to their new environment and will be ready to produce new growth in the spring. Proper installation of a new tree includes a hole at…
Property value is something we can all relate to. Did you know that a home with more trees typically has a higher property value than a property with less? The even better news is that year after year that property value will increase as each tree on the site grows…
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Wednesday, 01 August 2012 00:00
Fertilization, Soil Management, & Root Care
Written by Wess McCullough
Fertilization, Soil Management, & Root Care Healthy soil is essential to healthy trees. Urban and suburban soils are often lacking certain characteristics that are found in the forest where trees naturally thrive. At McCullough Trees Service, we visually inspect the tree for signs of compacted soil or symptoms of root…
An insect control program can protect your landscape from the damaging effects of insect infestation by: tree beetles, deer ticks, grub worms, moths, mites and other destructive insects. We begin with a thorough inspection by an arborist, and follow it with an expert diagnosis, treatment, and regular monitoring.Insects and mites…
