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Tree & Shrub Care Norfolk, MA

Pruning, feeding and disease and insect care timed to each plant, so your ornamentals thrive instead of just surviving. Serving Norfolk, Massachusetts and all of Norfolk County from our Wrentham yard.

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In short

Tree & Shrub Care in Norfolk, MA: We prune, feed and protect the ornamental trees and shrubs on your property on a schedule matched to each plant. So hydrangeas bloom, hedges stay dense and specimen trees stay healthy. Timing is everything, and we know the timing. Free written estimates for tree & shrub care anywhere in Norfolk, MA, as well as the owner on every job. So call (508) 505-5416 or request a quote online.

Landscaper service in Norfolk, MA

Most shrub problems are pruning problems in disguise

Looking for tree & shrub care in Norfolk, MA? Ten Four Landscape & Construction has handled it for homeowners, business owners and property managers across Norfolk County since 2012. Our Wrentham yard is also about twenty minutes away.

Tree and shrub care is where the difference between a landscaper and a lawn crew shows up. Shearing every shrub into a ball in July or cutting spring bloomers in fall does real damage. So does ignoring the scale, winter moth and fungus that quietly kill ornamentals. That is how a mature landscape falls apart one season at a time. Norfolk homeowners have relied on us as their local landscaper for years. So we bring that same approach to every tree & shrub care job in town.

Our program covers structural and maintenance pruning at the right time for each species, plus deep-root feeding for trees and shrubs that are struggling. It also includes monitoring and treatment for the insects and diseases common to this part of Massachusetts. We work on the plants you already have, whether that is a fifty-year-old rhododendron border or the foundation plantings that came with the house.

Why Norfolk, MA homeowners call Ten Four for Tree & Shrub Care

Norfolk is a small, wooded residential town directly north of our Wrentham yard, so we are in Norfolk almost every week. Most properties here are single-family homes on generous lots: subdivisions built from the 1980s onward, and older homes along Main Street near the town center and the MBTA station. There are also rural parcels out toward the Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary and the Charles River side of town.

The ground in Norfolk is a mix of rocky glacial till on the uplands and wet, peaty soil in the lowlands. That wet ground sits near the Stop River, the Charles River and the ponds. Many lots have a high seasonal water table. It shows up as a soggy lawn in April, a heaving walkway in March and water in the basement after a thaw. Nearly every home is on a septic system, so we plan equipment routes and any excavation around the leach field before we start.

Tree & Shrub Care benefits for Norfolk, MA properties

Shrubs bloom the way they should
Hedges stay full from the ground up
Early treatment saves plants you would otherwise lose
Protection for mature plantings that would cost thousands to replace
The whole landscape looks tended, not just trimmed

Problems we fix most often

Most people in Norfolk call us about tree & shrub care because something has already gone wrong. Others, meanwhile, want to make sure it never does. In short, these are the issues we see most often. Every one of them is also preventable when we do the work right the first time:

Hydrangeas and lilacs that never bloom because someone pruned them at the wrong time
Hedges thinning out at the bottom from years of shearing
Arborvitae browning from winter burn, bagworms or deer
Rhododendrons and hollies yellowing in poor soil
Winter moth, scale and lace bug stripping ornamentals every spring
Foundation shrubs that have swallowed the windows

What’s included

Pruning on a species-specific schedule
Rejuvenation pruning for overgrown shrubs
Deep-root fertilization for trees and shrubs
Insect and disease monitoring and treatment
Winter protection and anti-desiccant sprays where needed
Removal and replacement recommendations when a plant is beyond saving

Above all, every one of those items is part of the price we quote, not an upsell. When we scope tree & shrub care for a Norfolk property, we spell out exactly what you get. So there are no surprises on the invoice, and no corners cut where you cannot see them.

How Tree & Shrub Care works in Norfolk, MA

We keep the process simple and predictable so you always know what is happening and what comes next. Here is how a tree & shrub care job runs in Norfolk, MA with Ten Four, from the first call to the final walkthrough. The owner is also reachable at every step.

01

Inventory the plants

We walk the property and identify every ornamental tree and shrub, its condition and what it needs, and give you a written plan.

02

Prune on schedule

Spring bloomers after they flower, summer bloomers in late winter, hedges and evergreens in their window. No shearing everything into balls in July.

03

Feed and protect

Deep-root feeding where soil is poor, treatments timed to the pest lifecycle, and winter protection for plants that need it.

04

Monitor all season

Because our crews are on the property regularly, we spot problems early, when a small treatment fixes them.

What drives the price

Honest answer: we price tree & shrub care in Norfolk, MA by the job rather than off a rate card. Why? Because no two properties are the same. Generally, anyone who quotes a firm price over the phone without seeing the site is guessing. That guess usually turns into a change order later. So here are a few of the things that move the price up or down:

Number and size of the trees and shrubs on the property

How overgrown or neglected the plants are when we start

Which treatments the plants need and how many visits

Whether you bundle care with a maintenance program

When to schedule Tree & Shrub Care in Norfolk, MA

Pruning runs nearly year-round, but the window depends on the plant. It is late winter for most trees and summer bloomers, right after flowering for spring bloomers, and early summer for hedges. Feeding is spring and fall. Pest treatments follow the pest, not the calendar, so the earlier we see the property the better.

Signs it’s time to call

Shrubs that used to bloom and no longer do
Hedges that are dense on top and bare at the bottom
Browning, yellowing or thinning on evergreens
Foundation plantings covering windows and siding

Why choose Ten Four for Tree & Shrub Care in Norfolk, MA

Certainly, plenty of people will quote you tree & shrub care in Norfolk. But here is what you get with Ten Four Landscape & Construction that you do not get everywhere else:

Timing by species, not convenience — we prune each plant in its own window.
Plant health, not just shape — feeding and pest care keep ornamentals alive and thriving.
Honest recommendations — if a plant is beyond saving, we tell you and suggest a replacement.
Licensed, insured and local since 2012 — the same owner-operator since day one. We also serve Norfolk from our yard at 2570 West St in Wrentham, about twenty minutes away.
Everything in writing — a free written estimate with the scope spelled out before any work starts.

The job might be near Highland Lake, around Norfolk Center or out on the roads toward Millis and Medfield. Either way, we treat Norfolk like our own town, because for several of our crew it is.

Tree & Shrub Care questions from Norfolk, MA customers

How much does tree & shrub care cost in Norfolk, MA?

It depends on the size of the property, site access and the materials involved, as well as the season. Estimates for tree & shrub care in Norfolk, MA are free and in writing. Seth also walks the property with you first, so the number reflects the real job, not a guess.

When should I prune my hydrangeas?

It depends on the type. Bigleaf hydrangeas bloom on old wood and get a light clean-up after flowering. Panicle hydrangeas bloom on new wood, so we cut them back in late winter. Pruning the wrong one at the wrong time is why so many never bloom.

Can you save an overgrown shrub?

Usually. Rejuvenation pruning over two or three seasons brings most overgrown shrubs back. We will tell you if replacement makes more sense.

Do you treat for winter moth and other pests?

Yes. We monitor for winter moth, scale, lace bug, mites and the other common pests and treat on the right timing.

More Tree & Shrub Care questions, answered

Why are my arborvitae turning brown?

Common causes are winter burn, deer browse, bagworms or root problems from wet soil. We diagnose the actual cause before treating.

Do you remove large trees?

We handle ornamental and small tree work. For large removals and climbing work, we refer you to a licensed arborist we trust.

Is deep-root feeding worth it?

For trees and shrubs in poor or compacted soil, yes. It delivers nutrients where roots can use them and is one of the best ways to bring a struggling plant back.

Getting started in Norfolk, MA

Do you serve all of Norfolk?

Yes. Our crews provide tree & shrub care in every neighborhood of Norfolk, MA. The same crews also cover Wrentham, Norfolk, Franklin, Foxboro, Plainville, Medway and Bellingham. Our yard at 2570 West St in Wrentham is about twenty minutes away.

When is the best time to schedule tree & shrub care in Norfolk?

Call us and we will tell you honestly whether now is the right time for tree & shrub care in Norfolk, MA. If not, we will tell you when the better window is. Our calendar fills fastest in spring and early fall. So the sooner you reach out, the more flexibility you have on timing.

How do I get started with tree & shrub care in Norfolk, MA?

Call (508) 505-5416 Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm, or use the Request A Quote form whenever it suits you. Then Seth will walk your Norfolk property with you. You get a written estimate in your hands soon after, usually within a few days.

More landscaping services for Norfolk homeowners

Besides Tree & Shrub Care, we offer nineteen other services in Norfolk. Every one of them also has its own page for Norfolk, MA. So you can see exactly what each one includes before you call:

Property Maintenance in Norfolk Spring & Fall Clean-Up in Norfolk Lawn Mowing in Norfolk Mulch & Edging in Norfolk Tree & Shrub Care in Norfolk Fertilizer Programs in Norfolk Lawn Aeration & Overseeding in Norfolk Landscape Construction in Norfolk Patios & Walkways in Norfolk Retaining Walls in Norfolk Outdoor Firepits & Seating Areas in Norfolk Steps & Stairways in Norfolk Lawn Installation in Norfolk Planting in Norfolk Sitework in Norfolk Mosquito & Tick Spraying in Norfolk Hydroseeding in Norfolk Water Drainage Solutions in Norfolk Outdoor Kitchens in Norfolk Dethatching in Norfolk

Industry resources & standards

In particular, we follow the published installation guidance and horticultural best practices from the organizations below. They are also good places to learn more before any project:

National Association of Landscape Professionals Massachusetts Nursery & Landscape Association

Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association UMass Extension Landscape, Nursery & Urban Forestry Program

Related services: Planting, Mosquito & Tick Spraying, Property Maintenance, as well as all our landscaper services. You can also learn more about the town on Wikipedia’s Norfolk, Massachusetts page.

The trees and shrubs on a property took decades to grow and are worth caring for properly. A little correct pruning and feeding each year protects an investment you could never replace at the same size.

So, ready to talk about tree & shrub care in Norfolk, MA? Call (508) 505-5416, Monday through Friday 7am to 5pm, or request a free written estimate whenever you are ready. Then Seth will walk your Norfolk property himself.

Norfolk, MA Tree & Shrub Care service area: map, directions and town facts

Finally, a little more about Norfolk, MA for anyone comparing tree & shrub care options. Here is the town itself, as well as where to find us and how to reach our Wrentham yard.

Map of Norfolk

Ten Four provides tree & shrub care throughout Norfolk, MA, both in town and beyond. That covers the town center as well as the outlying neighborhoods shown on the map above.

Norfolk at a glance

Norfolk ( NOR-fək, locally NOR-fork) is a New England town in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States, with a population of 11,662 people at the 2020 census. Formerly known as North Wrentham, Norfolk broke away to become an independent town in 1870.

Town summary adapted from Wikipedia, so it may not reflect the latest local changes.

Norfolk history and geography

History

Norfolk is a suburban town on the periphery of metropolitan Boston, located on an upper valley of the Charles River. The land was originally part of Dedham, which was incorporated in 1636. There were a half dozen small farms in the area after 1669, the result of a determined effort to populate the colonial frontier, despite the remoteness of the area. Wrentham separated from Dedham in 1673; what is now Norfolk was in the northern part of Wrentham. The farms were abandoned during King Philip's War in 1675–76, but repopulated later that century.

As further settlement occurred in the late 17th and 18th centuries, agriculture and cattle grazing were joined by lumbering and planting of orchards. Small villages formed around sawmills and gristmills including City Mills (1680), Mann Pond/Highland Lake (after 1691), and Pondville (after 1730). The village center of North Wrentham formed in the late 18th century. After 1812, three cotton manufacturing companies were established at Stony Brook, and later in the 19th century George Campbell's paper mill was opened at Highland Lake making heavy wrapping and building papers. The Norfolk County Railroad opened in 1849, with North Wrentham station near the village center. North Wrentham separated from Wrentham in 1870 and was incorporated as Norfolk.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 15.2 square miles (39 km²), of which 14.8 square miles (38 km²) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.78 km²) (2.30%) is water.

Infrastructure

The Town of Norfolk instituted a Department of Public Works in 2004 which consolidated much of its infrastructure and is now responsible for eight divisions. These Divisions are Water, Wastewater, Stormwater, Solid Waste, Highways, Trees, Vehicle Maintenance and Grounds which are all managed by a Director.

The Norfolk Airpark (FAA airport code 32M) had one 2,700-foot (820 m) north–south runway and is about 2 miles (3 km) west of the town center. In recent years, however, the airpark has been closed down and is currently in a state of disrepair. A seven house cul-de-sac known as Tailwind Cir now exists where the hangars used to stand while the remaining airport property is now conservation land known as Leland Wild.

Town history and geography adapted from Wikipedia, so check the town website for anything current.

Directions from Norfolk to our yard

Meanwhile, our Wrentham yard at 2570 West St is about twenty minutes away for Norfolk, MA customers. So call (508) 505-5416 before you head over, and someone will be at the yard to meet you.