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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Plant Health Care
The Dirt On Drought Stress And Its Effect On Your Trees
October 14, 2021
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Why You Should Start Looking For Winter Tree Damage
February 17, 2022
Spring is a great time to inspect your trees for both obvious and not-so-obvious problems.
Plant Health Care
Common Winter Tree Bark Damage: Sunscald and Frost Cracks
February 20, 2020
During winter, tree trunks can fall victims to sunscald injury and frost cracks. Here are a few tips on preventative winter tree care and here’s how to repair split bark on trees.
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