Tree care providers realize the importance and necessity of fertilization throughout the lifespan of a healthy tree. Fertilizer provides the correct nutrients that a tree requires to reach its full mature potential. Providing adequate fertilizer is one of the best regular maintenance programs that you can take on when growing a healthy tree. What is…
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One of the questions we get asked quite a bit is, “what is the average cost of stump removal?” Our pricing for stump removal is pretty straightforward and often you can get pretty good idea of how much we charge with a tape measure and little information. And, of course, we are happy to review…
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Planting a tree in Missouri adds beauty, provides shade and adds a sense of vitality to the area. A tree’s early years are definitive for its health and growth throughout its lifetime. By having knowledge on the type of soil a tree thrives in, how far a species’ roots spread, and the amount of water…
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Happy first day of spring!! Or spring equinox to be more specific. It’s that time of the year when we can enjoy the increase in daylight hours, feel more motivated, and get tons done. It’s also time for spring cleaning and I’m not just talking about your house. Spring clean-up and maintenance in the yard,…
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Pruning trees at the right time of year in St. Louis ensures a beautiful landscape and healthy, happy trees. Avoid any disappointment by knowing how and when tree pruning will be most efficient. What is Tree Pruning? Tree pruning refers to the practice of carefully removing selected parts of a tree, such as branches and…
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The sweet gum tree (Liquidambar styraciflua) is a tall, straight tree which boasts a wide and rounded canopy when fully mature. These giants can grow to over 75 feet tall when fully established, and color landscapes with their glossy green leaves. The 5 pointed leaves turn bright and fiery red during the autumn months, making…
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Tree removal and tree trimming is our business. It’s how our family has supported itself for three generations. We look at our occupation as a responsibility. Just as doctors are to “do no harm” we feel an obligation to protect trees whenever possible. Tree removal is a hard decision For us, and many of our…
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Missouri, with its varying temperatures and hospitable landscape, is home to an endless variety of hearty, strong, and healthy trees. Sadly, there are plenty of diseases and pests which are not native to the state but have found a way to infect Missouri’s trees and vegetation. Here are some invasive pests and diseases commonly found…
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We’ve been busy working on a few special tree removal projects in Maryland Heights recently and the big picture project is one the Jackson Tree family can get firmly behind! Growing up in Overland we rode our bikes from the time Mom shooed us out the door until the streetlights came on. We crisscrossed back…
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Planting healthy, luscious shade trees in a yard can enhance the appearance of a home’s landscape while providing properties with shade, privacy, and protection from harsh elements. In Missouri, the climate can vary throughout the year, from below freezing during winter months, to temperatures of 90 degrees during the summertime; meaning vegetation must be hearty…
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