Pruning your trees reduces storm damage

With storms rolling through the St. Louis region, damage to your trees can happen, especially if they are weak or haven’t been pruned. Tree pruning is an essential part of maintaining that tree’s healthy structure. Correct pruning promotes healthy growth, removes unhealthy growth, and prevents branch failure. Healthy pruning techniques, [...]

What’s wrong with my trees? Carpenter ants

Carpenter ants are signs of a more significant problem with your tree. Carpenter ants are signs of a larger problem in your trees—namely decay and moisture. These ants play an important role in helping dead trees and other organic materials to decompose. They do not feed on the tree but [...]

What’s wrong with my trees? Fall webworm

Fall webworms feed on hundreds of different tree species Fall webworms are a common, native moth found throughout the United States that feeds on hundreds of tree species. These species include walnut, hickory, ash, maple, oak, poplar, and more.

Why choose Hansen’s Tree Service for fall tree care?

Welcome to fall! You no doubt have many outdoor plans on the schedule, including things like bonfires, hayrides, and other fun fall activities. But do you have plans to get your trees in order?

Plant Responsibly With Plants Of Merit

Plants of Merit is a program created and sponsored by the Missouri Botanical Garden. The goal is to educate gardeners about plants that are high-quality and dependable. According to the Missouri Botanical Garden, “Plants of Merit are plants selected for their outstanding quality and dependable performance for the lower Midwest. [...]