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Welcome to the ETS Blog, where were explore all things tree related. Whether you’re a homeowner, a community member, or fellow arborist, there’s something here for everyone.

  • Dormant Pruning: Winter’s Secret to Success
    If you’ve ever walked through your neighbourhood in winter and wondered why an arborist is happily pruning bare trees in the cold, you’re not alone. To the untrained eye, it can look counterintuitive. Why cut when a tree isn’t actively growing? But for many tree species, the dormant season is actually the best time to… Read more: Dormant Pruning: Winter’s Secret to Success
  • Salt Damage to Trees – Affects and Avoidance
    Spring has arrived at last, but our trees and shrubs might still be impacted by the winter ice management methods used in our city. Cities such as Toronto apply thousands of tons of salt to manage icy roads and sidewalks throughout the Canadian winter months. De-icing salt plays an essential role in ensuring the safety… Read more: Salt Damage to Trees – Affects and Avoidance
  • Why Hire an Arborist?
    Healthy trees provide numerous benefits to your community. A way for homeowners to ensure their trees stay healthy is by hiring an arborist. Professional, trained arborists know how to properly maintain trees for the safety of the public, the usability of the surrounding space, and the health of the tree. Trees are an investment that… Read more: Why Hire an Arborist?

ETS Book Club

A gathering of readers, like a grove of trees. We at Eaton Tree Solutions invite you to read a book every month with us that deepens our connection to the natural world, engages with environmental issues and join a community of like-minded tree lovers. Tree nerds and bookworms unite, happy reading!

February 2026

Diana has been described as “the woman who is like the Jane Goodall of trees.” She is a botanist and medical biochemist and an incredible wealth of knowledge. In this collection of essays, The Sweetness of a Simple Life gives us advice for achieving better health and peace of mind, with frugality, simplicity and pleasure not far behind.

Three books stacked on grass next to a tree log in a peaceful outdoor setting.

March 2026

Three books stacked on grass next to a tree log in a peaceful outdoor setting.

April 2026

We want to
hear from you!

What do you think about this month’s book? Is there a book you think we should read? We’d love to discuss these works with you and hear your recommendations!

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