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.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Best Way to Deal with Stormwater: Rain Gardens
June 4, 2020
Rain gardens catch water that would have flowed into the street or flooded your yard. They naturally clean and release water into the soil. Follow these 5 easy steps on how to build your own rain garden and the best plants to use.
Lawn Care & Maintenance
Recommended Lawn Mowing Heights By Season (Spring, Summer, Fall)
July 2, 2019
Read through the best height to mow your lawn based on the time of year and the type of grass you have.
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.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Winter Tree Care Tips for Roots, Trunks and Branches
November 21, 2019
Follow these winter tree care tips to keep your trees roots, trunk and branches healthy and strong through the cold, winter season. It’s the care you provide before and during that makes a difference.
Tree Identification
Tree Identification Guide: How to Identify an Elm Tree
June 24, 2021
What type of tree do I have? Learn how to identify if you have a beautiful elm tree by these characteristics and common types of elm tree species.
Soil Care & Mulching
Should Humates Be Applied Before or After Fertilizer?
April 18, 2024
You don’t have to apply humates before or after fertilizer; you can actually mix humates with other fertilizers and apply them at the same time.
Plant Health Care
How To Help Restore Trees Burned By Wildfires
April 21, 2022
Following proper tree care after a wildfire can help restore your fire-damaged trees.
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