Tree care and tree service tips written by a certified arborist:

  • what is the best season to prune a tree
  • best and worst trimming techniques
  • pest and disease prevention
  • planting and caring for trees
  • stump removal

 

pine wilt nematode disease

Pine Wilt Disease: Prevention and Mitigation

Pine Wilt Disease (PWD), caused by the pinewood nematode, Bursaphelenchus xylophilus, is a severe threat to non-native pine trees. This disease can rapidly kill trees within a growing season. Progressive Tree Service is committed to equipping homeowners and property managers with the knowledge and tools to combat this disease. Pine wilt, primarily impacting non-native pines,โ€ฆ

How To Cut A Vertical Tree Branch

How To Cut A Vertical Tree Branch

Pruning is always an intimidating process, and when it comes to cutting down whole trees, it is even trickier! Youโ€™ll generally find low hanging tree limbs easier to cut and access. But how about vertical branches? Here are a couple of steps and know-how to get your vertical tree limbs a clean cut. Before Youโ€ฆ

Best Time To Trim Trees

Best Time To Trim Trees In Illinois

More often than not, most people in Illinois tend to believe that pruning during fall is the perfect time of the year. Weโ€™re going to see if that really holds water, especially when there are four seasons. Pruning is done for several reasons but mostly to maintain safety and to control the size of theโ€ฆ