Plant Health Care

Pruning 102

As you read in our recent blog “Pruning 101”, pruning trees is essential to their health and growth, and to the safety of you, your loved ones and your property. Correctly pruning trees protects these valuable assets, beautifies your property and doesn’t require a large assortment of tools or exceptional [...]

Pruning 101

Pruning is easy. You just grab whichever saw or pruning shears you find hanging on the wall in the garage and lop off a dead or dying limb. No problem. Not so fast. First, it’s important to remember your trees are valuable assets. A 45-foot oak that has grown for [...]

Time To Prepare Your Garden For Fall

The cool, crisp days of fall with their light, dry breezes, and turning leaves may seem far away during the dog days of summer, but now is the time to plan for fall tree care. Investing some planning, time, and effort in your fall tree care can ensure your trees [...]

Protect Your Oak Trees

Oak trees are notable for their size and strength. They’re also one of the most common trees in the St. Louis area and in the Midwest. Oaks are robust trees with generally strong root systems that contribute to their excellent stability, even in the face of violent windstorms. But even [...]

What’s the difference between ISA Certification and an ISA Qualification?

ISA Certification (International Society of Arboriculture Certification) is a credential offered by the International Society of Arboriculture, a professional organization dedicated to promoting proper tree care practices worldwide. ISA Certification is designed to assess and recognize the knowledge and skills of individuals working in the field of arboriculture, specifically related [...]