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
Why We Don’t Recommend Tree Topping
Tree topping is a technique that costs more in the long run and has the potential to hurt the tree. It is usually done by utility companies or by homeowners misinformed by their tree service contractor. This practice is so inefficient and dangerous that some cities in the US have even introduced regulations against it….
Spotted Lanternfly
As a tree service company, we at Progressive Tree Service understand the severe threat that the spotted lanternfly (SLF – Lycorma delicatula) poses to the health and beauty of your trees. This invasive insect pest, native to Asia, has spread to at least 17 states since its initial detection in Pennsylvania in 2014. In Illinois,…
Common Tree Diseases in Chicago
Just like humans do occasionally, trees get sick and recognizing the most common tree diseases will help you treat them and keep the benefits they offer for years to come. Trees in the Chicago area remove around 18,000 tons of pollution, which has an estimated value of $137,000,000 annually. It is safe to say that…
Trees Increase Property Value
Extensive studies show that trees give property owners and developers significant perks by increasing the property’s value and market prices. But having trees doesn’t straight up increase the value of your property. It all comes down to maturity, health, vigor, and the kind of tree you’re planning to grow on your lawn. Keep reading if…
Emerald Ash Borer Treatment
About The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) This pest is something you hope you never have to deal with, that’s how destructive it can be. The Emerald Ash Borer has already destroyed millions of trees, with countless more to come in the next 20 years! For those people who have no idea what it is, here’s…
Spring Tree Care
Spring Tree Care Winter is finally gone, and it is that time you’ve been looking forward to; time to do some gardening. However, it is also the time that there is torrential downpour and flooding becomes a common thing. If you have trees on your property, you are wondering if they are going to survive…
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,…
How Long Does It Take for a Tree Stump to Decay Naturally?
Tree stumps naturally decompose through a complex biological process that transforms solid wood into nutrient-rich soil over time. Understanding the natural decay timeline helps you make informed decisions about whether to wait for decomposition or pursue removal options for stumps on your Chicago or Evanston property. This comprehensive guide explores decay timeframes, biological mechanisms, environmental…
Oak Tree Service & Removal
Oak trees are beloved by property owners – the presence of one or two such trees greatly adds to the aesthetic appeal and even the value of a property. Oak trees are not just beautiful but also hardy, and with proper care, they can exist on a property for ages. Despite their hard nature, oak…
Best Time To Prune Evergreen Trees
Across the Midwest, most homeowners and gardeners tend to call conifers evergreens generally. While the needled pines, spruce, and scarlet leaf types fit that description, broad-leaved evergreens are not conifers. If you’ve had the opportunity to grow or tend to evergreen trees, you already know they don’t need much of the heavy pruning we’re used…
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