Whether you're picking out a tree for your landscape or making a list for this season's to-dos, we have your tree care questions answered.
Tree Safety, Storm Prep & Recovery
5 steps to Help Trees Survive Winter with Little Damage
December 7, 2021
There are ways to keep your trees safe and strong this winter. With five, simple steps, your trees will stand sturdy in the heaviest of winter storms.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Help! I Have Trees Bent Over by Ice. What Do I Do?
February 27, 2020
The best thing to do with frozen tree branches is to leave them alone! Once the ice melts you can assess the tree branch for pruning. If a large tree branch breaks off from ice or snow, contact a local arborist to discuss options like cabling and bracing.
Plant Health Care
What Are These Green Spots on My Tree’s Trunk or Branches?
May 9, 2022
Do you have green fungus on tree branches or green spots on your tree bark? Learn more about tree bark fungus identification and treatment. Often, you’ll see moss, lichen, or algae. None of which hurt the tree, but learn how you can get rid of lichen (if you do it right).
Plant Health Care
Why Is Bark Falling Off My Tree (Oak, Pine, Ash, Maple)?
October 19, 2022
Why is your tree losing its bark? Should you be concerned? Click here to learn why bark is falling off your tree - including pine, oak and ash trees.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Landscaping Ideas for Where Grass Won't Grow
July 5, 2022
Have you tried everything to remedy ares of your yard where grass won’t grow? We have a few ideas... Get 5 landscaping ideas where grass won't grow. Click to read more.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Blooming Azaleas: Where Do Azaleas Grow Best?
December 8, 2022
Where do Azaleas grow best? Do Azaleas come back every year? Get all your answers here and learn best practices on how to care for azaleas.
Leaf & Needle Problems
What Are These Bumps on My Oak Tree Leaves?
June 1, 2022
Why are there bumps or round balls on oak tree leaves? Are these growths on oak leaves because of oak leaf gall or oak leaf blister? Learn what to do.
Invasive Pest Alert for Illinois: Elm Zigzag Sawfly
May 1, 2025
The elm zigzag sawfly, an invasive species, is targeting elm trees in the Chicago region. Most trees recover from this pest, but weakened and stressed trees are at risk.
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