Best Shrubs for Extremely Shaded Settings in Missouri
If you live in an area featuring large stands of tall, mature trees, you may have to take extra care in selecting shrubs that will thrive in extremely shaded areas or areas with low levels of sunlight. Just because an area is shaded doesn’t mean it has to be barren [...]
Feb
Tree Of The Month: The Pignut Hickory
The Pignut Hickory is a native deciduous tree known for its hardiness, unique appearance, and valuable contributions to ecosystems. As part of the hickory family, it’s an important tree that supports wildlife, provides aesthetic appeal, and offers various environmental benefits. If you’ve never heard of this species, you may want [...]
Jan
How To Prepare Your Trees For Spring
As the cold, harsh winter months begin to fade, it’s time to start thinking about preparing your trees for the end of another harsh winter and the start of spring. Trees in Missouri, as in many other areas with distinct seasons, endure a period of dormancy during the winter. However, [...]
Jan
Can Tree Roots Freeze?
This winter has been an especially difficult one through much of Missouri and the U.S. Temperatures in January reached 0 degrees Fahrenheit, heavy snowfalls, ice and high winds made the winter of 2024-2025 memorable. This winter wasn’t just tough on humans; it was also brutal on trees and shrubs. One [...]
Jan
Which Trees And Shrubs Aren’t “On The Menu” For Deer?
Missouri was home to 1.4 million deer in 2023. While they’re beautiful creatures – and a sought-after game animal – the state’s robust deer population has its downsides. They can pose a serious danger to drivers with more than 3,700 accidents involving deer in Missouri in 2023. Even more common [...]
Jan