It’s tough when you realize it’s time to say goodbye to a tree you’ve enjoyed for years. Because the decision can seem emotional, and can make a significant and lasting impact in your landscape, here’s a list of five signs it’s time to remove a tree . Hopefully this list will make the decision a little easier. 1. The Tree is Dead A dead tree no longer brings shade or visual appeal to your yard. Plus, it can endanger your family, guests and property. How do you know if a tree is dead? Lots of shedding bark is one sign that the tree is probably dead. Another sign is falling branches; wind can break the branches of even healthy trees, but will break more and larger branches when a tree is dying. Leaning might mean the trunk is hollow, which often indicates (or leads to) tree death. And if you...