How to repair and protect your trees suffering from animal damage
Are you concerned about the trees in your yard suffering from animal damage? Animals such as squirrels, rabbits, and deer often cause injuries to trees that can range from benign chewing and stripping bark all the way up to fatal girdling. There’s no need for panic if you notice some [...]
Apr
The many benefits of shade trees
Few things make a yard more inviting than shade trees when sprucing up your outdoor space. Not only do they add beauty and an element of sophistication to your landscape, but the benefits stretch far beyond aesthetics: shade trees offer a host of potential health and environmental advantages that can [...]
Apr
Andy’s Monthly Tree Report – April 2023
This is the first article of a new monthly series where Plant Health Care Manager & Consulting Arborist, Andy Berg, will provide a local tree report, discussing the latest happenings in the world of urban trees and landscapes. At Hansen’s Tree Services, our team of ISA Certified Arborists are observing [...]
Apr
How to care for your beech trees in Missouri
As a homeowner in Missouri, you’re likely familiar with the beauty of beech trees and their presence throughout the state’s forests. Whether it’s a single tree or an entire grove on your property, these trees can add incredible value to any landscape. But taking care of them isn’t always straightforward [...]
Mar
What’s wrong with my shrub? Roseslug sawfly
Roseslug sawflies are the larvae of sawflies Despite their name, roseslug sawflies aren’t slugs (and they’re also not true flies!). Rather they are sawflies that feed on roses in their larval stage. They are mostly green on top and yellowish along their sides with a brown head, growing up to [...]
Mar