The Emerald Ash Borer – The Midwest Ash Tree Assassin Behold the emerald ash borer. This little sucker, albeit kind of pretty, is the John Wilkes Booth of beetles if you are an ash tree. Emerald ash borers (EAB) are an exotic, invasive, wood-boring insect that infests and kills native North American ash trees, both…
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Twenty-five years ago, growth regulators were a niche within a niche. They were utilized by large utility companies to keep trees out of power lines, but largely ignored by tree health professionals. Today, growth regulators are better understood, widely used, and benefitting trees in ways beyond growth regulation alone.
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Spring Weather in St. Louis takes a toll on a number of different plants, one being evergreen trees. These plants can be severely affected by the season’s rainfall and winds, so it’s important to be prepared and informed.
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Overwatering is as dangerous to tree health as underwatering. Know the signs so you can avoid overwatering your trees this summer.
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Plant growth regulators limit vegetative top-growth of plants – but that’s not all. Growth regulators actually have a number of effects. Read the latest from our plant health care specialists.
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You know your tree care company should have insurance, but what kind? Read our take on insurance in the tree care business.
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Want to remove a stump on your property? Chances are, you should actually grind that stump, instead of “removing” it. In this post, we address this distinction, as well as other common questions about stump grinding.
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Wondering when to remove live tree limbs? Our certified arborists explain the basics to making this decision – which can have a significant impact on the longevity of your tree.
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Magnolias are known for their waxy leaves and large, cup-like petals. St. Louis has its fair share of magnolias, which is why we’re often “when do magnolias bloom?” and other FAQs about these lovely trees.
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Trees are sensitive to the amounts of water they take in. This week, our teachers at Jackson Tree University discuss the importance of watering your trees, and provide a few helpful tips.
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