Local Arborists
Tree Care for Templestowe's Native Gums
Templestowe and Templestowe Lower sit against the Yarra River and feature some of Melbourne's most impressive native tree cover. Large eucalypts — manna gums, river red gums, yellow box — dominate many properties, alongside established ornamentals and fruit trees in the area's generous family gardens.
Leafy Tree Care provides comprehensive tree services across Templestowe — specialist large gum management, tree removal, pruning, hedge trimming, stump grinding, emergency storm response, and certified arborist reports.
What We Do in Templestowe
Our Templestowe Services
- Tree RemovalSafe removal of dead, dangerous or unwanted trees of any size.
- Tree PruningCareful pruning for health, shape and hazard reduction.
- Heritage Tree CareSpecialist care for mature and significant trees.
- Stump GrindingComplete stump removal below ground level.
- Hedge TrimmingPrecise shaping for street appeal and plant health.
- Arborist ReportsCouncil-ready reports for permits and planning applications.
- Emergency RemovalRapid response for storm-damaged or hazardous trees.
- Cabling & BracingStructural support for valuable heritage specimens.
🏛️ Manningham Council Permits — We Handle the Paperwork
Templestowe falls within the City of Manningham, which has strict tree protection rules — particularly for native vegetation given the area's environmental significance. Many trees are protected, and permits are typically required before removal or significant pruning. We'll assess the situation and handle the Manningham permit process on your behalf.
Why Locals Choose Us
Why Templestowe Residents Trust Leafy Tree Care
Large native eucalypts need specialist care — particularly weight reduction pruning and dead limb removal to reduce the risk of branch failure. Our team has the equipment, experience and certification to handle Melbourne's biggest trees safely.
With $20M in public liability insurance and fast emergency response, we're the local arborists Templestowe residents trust for both routine maintenance and urgent storm clean-up.