How to prepare your trees for storms

This tree came down during a summer storm. It had been struggling with rot, shown by the hollow core and the dark, almost black, heartwood. There were also small shoots called suckers, which trees often put out when stressed. Photo courtesy New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Did you have tree damage during Western New York’s summer tornadoes or winter storms? Proper planning and good care can help keep trees healthy, which prevents expensive damage, according the New York…