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
Wood Decay in Chicago’s Urban Forest: Understanding, Managing, and Preserving Tree Health
Wood decay poses a significant challenge to Chicago’s area urban forest, impacting tree health, safety, and longevity. This article explores the complexities of wood decay in urban trees, from its biological underpinnings to advanced management strategies. By understanding the interplay between trees, fungi, and the unique urban environment of Chicago, we can better protect and…
When To Trim Oak Trees In Illinois
If you own an oak tree, you will need to do regular pruning to keep the tree in good shape and health. Removing the dead branches and thinning its canopy will help improve the overall health of your tree. Failure to do so can have pretty bad consequences, including the deadly Oak wilt disease or…
Oak Tree Care
Oak trees have signified strength for ages. A single oak tree can live up to two centuries and remain with sturdy trunks and branches. Oaks mostly grow in temperate regions in northern and southern hemispheres. Since oaks can live for so long, they can come to unimaginable heights. The oldest Oak known in the US…
Fall Tree Care
Do you treasure the value that trees add to your home? If yes, then you understand that it is essential to give them proper care throughout all seasons, lest they depreciate. A mature tree can add a significant amount of money to your property’s value. Having a good fall tree care plan is one of…
Winter Pruning – Best Time To Prune Dormant Trees
Trees that shed their leaves annually, or deciduous trees enter a dormant state during fall or winter to help them survive the lower temperatures and the lack of water caused by icing and frost. This is a very good time for winter pruning, also called dormant tree pruning and 90% of the pruning can be…
Magnolia Scale Treatment
What Is Magnolia Scale? Magnolia scale is a ½ inch long insect that attacks tulip trees, magnolia trees and hybrids. Some of the tree species attacked by the magnolia scale are: Lily magnolia Star magnolia Cucumber tree magnolia Saucer magnolia Magnolia Scale Treatment Quote Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. What Does Magnolia Scale…
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