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
How to Protect Trees from Winter Salt or Rock Salt Damage
February 18, 2021
Restoring tree health after spotting signs of rock salt damage requires management from both you and your local arborist.
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...
Leaf & Needle Problems
Protect Florida Palms from Lethal Bronzing Disease
June 12, 2025
Identify and prevent Lethal Bronzing Disease in Florida palms. Learn the symptoms, causes, and treatment methods to protect your trees.
Trimming & Pruning
Is It Safe To Cut Pine Roots Growing Close To My House?
April 13, 2022
When pine tree roots grow near your home foundation, you might wonder whether or not you can cut the roots of a tree without killing it. We provide answers to the question: Can you cut pine tree roots?
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.
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
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.
Tree Safety, Storm Prep & Recovery
What To Do About Palm Tree Hurricane Damage
June 14, 2022
Wondering how palm trees survive hurricanes? It helps they are wind resistant, but even still, they can be damaged by hurricanes. Always examine palm trees after hurricanes and look for broken tops, or if they are bending or leaning. Learn how these issues can be corrected.
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