Certification Matters
Properly caring for trees is a constantly evolving, highly technical undertaking. Every year, new technologies and techniques designed to protect trees and support their growth are developed. New threats, such as diseases and non-native invasive species, threaten the health and lives of trees. And researchers constantly advance the science of [...]
Oct
Rake The Leaves, But Get Trees Ready For Winter
Fall is here and the raking, leaf blowing, bagging and mulching has begun. Fall is a busy time for homeowners with large trees or large numbers of trees as they scramble to clear leaves before the first snowfall. And that’s not far away, as the first official day of winter [...]
Oct
Pruning 102
As you read in our recent blog “Pruning 101”, pruning trees is essential to their health and growth, and to the safety of you, your loved ones and your property. Correctly pruning trees protects these valuable assets, beautifies your property and doesn’t require a large assortment of tools or exceptional [...]
Aug
Pruning 101
Pruning is easy. You just grab whichever saw or pruning shears you find hanging on the wall in the garage and lop off a dead or dying limb. No problem. Not so fast. First, it’s important to remember your trees are valuable assets. A 45-foot oak that has grown for [...]
Aug
Don’t Overlook Evergreens
So you would like to add trees to your landscaping, preferably trees that will have a visual impact – maybe throughout the year – and that are low-maintenance. Many homeowners immediately go to the tried and true standby species that do well in the Missouri climate. Oaks, maples, birches, Japanese [...]
Aug