In this Midtown Magazine Raleigh article, Matthew Scott from Davey's Raleigh office shares how you can decorate your trees safely this holiday season.
It’s holiday decorating season in the City of Oaks! In order to ensure the health and longevity of the trees in your area, Certified Arborist Matthew Scott of Davey Tree of Raleigh provides advice on how to avoid harming your trees when adding holiday lights and decorations to your home this winter. Here are his tips for a festive and tree-friendly holiday season. 
Large nails cause unnecessary damage, particularly to trees under 10 inches in diameter. Most trees can tolerate small holes, but too many or too large and the tree can become susceptible to pests, disease or fungal growth. If this type of application is your only option, Scott advises avoiding rust-prone materials and limiting the number of holes, particularly on smaller trees. Non-invasive methods for hanging lights and other decorations include tree-safe clips and ties.
To read more of Matthew's tree-safe holiday decorating tips, click here.
For more information, contact the Raleigh Davey office.
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