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 Identification
How Many Tree Species Are There in North America?
November 30, 2023
In the entire world, there are over 65,000 tree types. The United States alone has 228 billion trees with roughly 30% of the country covered with forests.
Tree Planting & Transplanting
Should Burlap or Wire Baskets Be Removed When Planting Trees?
October 18, 2022
Even if it's organic, you should remove as much of the burlap as you can. Then, only remove this much of the wire basket...
Trimming & Pruning
What's the Cost of Tree Trimming, Branch Removal or Pruning?
January 17, 2019
The professional arborists at Davey have a system that caters the cost of tree pruning or branch removal services to your tree’s needs. Learn more here
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.
Leaf & Needle Problems
Why Your Tree is Not Growing Leaves in Spring (Cherry, Elm & Ash)
May 18, 2022
Why is your tree not growing leaves in spring? Including why cherry, elm and ash trees are not leafing out.
Insect & Disease Issues
Ganoderma Root Rot Treatment
May 20, 2021
“Ganoderma root rot” is a fungus that causes a wood-decaying infection that occurs through tree wounds, and attacks a variety of deciduous trees, such as maples, oaks, and honey locusts, as well as ashes, elms, and some conifers as well as palms. Here are symptoms and signs.
Plant Health Care
The Dirt On Drought Stress And Its Effect On Your Trees
October 14, 2021
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.
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