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 Planting & Transplanting
When Is The Best Time To Transplant Trees? (Pine, Oak & Maple)
November 7, 2022
When is the best time to move or transplant a tree? Is that the best time to transplant all trees, like pine, maple, and oak trees? Click for a detailed list!
Plant Health Care
How To Protect Palm Trees In Winter
January 20, 2022
Being proactive is important for winter palm tree care. Here are winter palm tree care tips on palm fertilization, palm tree mulching, palm tree watering, and palm tree wraps and covers.
Trimming & Pruning
How to Prune or Trim Young Trees for Structure and Form
June 14, 2021
Wondering if you should prune your young tree? Find out how and when to prune your trees.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Tree Care Checklist: How to Keep Trees Healthy This Winter
December 6, 2021
Follow our ultimate checklist filled with tips on how to prepare your landscape and trees for the winter, cold weather.
Insect & Disease Issues
How to Get Rid of & Treat Aphid Infestations in Large, Tall Trees
August 23, 2022
See little critters on your maple tree leaves? Or maybe their honeydew left sticky leaves on your outdoor plants? Sounds like aphids! Get rid of them by...
Tree Removal
What to Do with a Tree Stump in the Front Yard? Hide It!
August 2, 2022
Have a tree stump left in your yard? Removing them can be costly. Instead, hide or convert. Try...
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.
Trimming & Pruning
Pruning Trees In Spring – Is It OK To Do?
April 13, 2022
You can do some spring tree pruning safely - as long as you know what trees to prune and why. Here's your guide to pruning trees in spring.
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