At Harrison McPhee Inc., we have made structural pruning our specialty. Our experienced team of tree care professionals takes great pride in preserving the natural beauty of your trees while ensuring that they remain structurally sound. We use only the best tools and techniques to remove dead and diseased branches, prune for vitality, and improve air flow. Our cabling of weak branches is second to none, ensuring that your trees receive the proper support they need to thrive.  Click here for a deeper dive into the science of structural pruning.

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At Harrison McPhee, Inc., we understand that ornamental pruning is a delicate art that requires precision and expertise. With 400+ years of combined experience, our team has honed their skills to enhance the natural beauty and strength of trees in the urban forest environment. We take pride in the consistency of our craft, and we are committed to providing the highest level of service to our clients.  Read More...

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We believe that a healthy tree is a happy tree. Our specialized plant health care services ensure that each tree maintains optimal growth and stays healthy throughout the year. Our exclusive THRIVE program allows us to monitor your trees regularly and be proactive with treatments that help prevent insect and disease issues. We strive to promote growth and longevity for the trees on your property, which in turn benefits the environment and adds value to your land. Read more...

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Healthy soils are the key to a healthy planet.  Our natural ecosystem thrives when carbon is drawn down into the soil through the process of photosynthesis or when organic matter decomposes. Carbon nourishes microbes in the soil and creates the conditions to trap more moisture - which in turn promotes better growth.  Read more...

As the grounding element of your outdoor living space, a well crafted hardscape looks as though it was created by nature. Whether you enjoy a modern, clean look or rustic elements covered with centuries of character, we will bring your perfect landscape to life.  Our stone artists have earned multiple awards for their work in the New England area.

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Your property tells the story of who you are - what you enjoy, and how you define your personal space.  It is an extension of your home and should bring a sense of balance and joy from every interior vantage point.  It is living art that grows with the story of your home, and is captured in the memories created there.  Whether you currently work with a landscape designer/architect, or choose to work with our design team, Harrison McPhee, Inc. will will bring your expression to life - setting your perfect stage for generations of enjoyment.

Although disappointing to lose a lawn to drought, grass can be replanted and bounce back in a season. The effects can be much more severe for a tree, however, lasting several years. If a tree is destroyed by drought it can take decades for a replacement to grow to the same size. The summer of 2016 was the driest on record in Massachusetts and our trees used every bit of energy they had to overcome the negative impact.  The spring of 2020 hit them hard again.  A healthy tree can absorb up to 400+ gallons of water a day - a quantity they certainly haven't seen in recent months.    To mitigate damage and speed recovery, we provide rehydration programs that utilize wetting agents and nutrients.  These are injected at the root system for maximum absorption.  Just as a healthy recovery drink replenishes our systems after a rigorous workout, our drought treatment is a "smoothie" for the trees. 

Large tree planting is generally offered by a small number of tree service companies.  It takes acute horticultural knowledge and a strong understanding of the soil conditions to give this large investment the best chance for survival. First, we make sure that the right plant is being chosen for the right place.  Nothing can hinder the long term success of a tree like planting it in conditions not meant to support it.  Next, selecting a healthy tree and properly preparing it for planting is critical.  After settling the tree into its location, attentive aftercare - particularly for the first few years - helps the tree acclimate and thrive in its new surroundings.  Our team of plant health care experts see to it that your investment is protected by setting up a proper after-care plan. 

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When trees have grown to "heritage" status and loom above our homes and playspace, they are targets for lightening strikes.  It is devastating to lose generation-old trees to a passing storm.  It also creates a safety hazard for everything in its shadow.  Lightening protection can ground the tree so that damage is avoided or minimized.  Our team can install discreet grounding wires that will protect you, your family and your home from harm.  Trees are so important to the stability and health of our soil structure, the protection of our wildlife, the quality of the air we breath, and our general wellbeing.  Large trees do not need to be a source of fear. We CAN live among them, with a sense of security that they can survive in harmony with Mother Nature.

If you are interested in the collective value and health of the trees on your property, we can provide a comprehensive tree inventory. Cataloging size, age, state of health, and location, tree inventories can be very helpful for homeowners and commercial properties that want to monitor care and replacement of their collection.