Tree Care Tips from Arbor Masters

Arbor Masters bucket truck and chipper positioned on a grassy slope while a crew member in orange safety gear works near mature oak and pine trees.
Tree Removal on Steep Lots: What Parkville Homeowners Should Know
After winter storms, damaged trees on Parkville’s steep hillsides can become dangerous fast. Learn why tree removal on slopes requires expert care & equipment.
Sunlight filtering through a red maple tree canopy in full fall color, with deep red leaves contrasting against golden-yellow foliage in the background.
Thinking About a Maple Tree? Care Tips and Common Types to Know
Some maple trees live 300+ years — if you choose the right one. Compare sugar, red, and silver maples side-by-side, plus get expert planting and care tips.
A large mature ash tree stands in full foliage near a lake, showing the impressive size and canopy spread that mature ash trees can achieve.
How to Tell If You Have an Ash Tree (and How to Care for It)
Wondering if you have an ash tree? Learn how to identify common ash species, recognize early stress signs, and support tree health in areas affected by EAB.
Young dormant trees with visible branch structure after winter pruning, surrounded by piles of pruned branches on the ground.
How Structural Pruning Can Set Young Trees Up for a Lifetime of Health
Structural pruning young trees in Missouri now costs a fraction of the emergency removal you'll pay for later. Don't wait for the ice storm to decide.
Closeup of pine branch showing winter burn damage with brown, desiccated needles next to healthy green needles.
How to Protect Your Evergreens from Winter Burn with Anti-Desiccants
Winter damage starts long before you see it. Anti-desiccants help protect evergreens and shrubs from the moisture loss that turns them brown in spring.
Tree branches clusterred to a neighbors' roof that pose risk for insurance risks in Kansas.
Are Overhanging Trees Putting Your Insurance Coverage at Risk?
Learn how overhanging or neglected trees can cause insurance issues, higher premiums, or nonrenewals & what Kansas City homeowners can do to stay protected.
Majestic oak tree standing in a snowy Kansas City field with benches beneath its bare branches in winter.
Kansas City’s Winter Tree Pruning Guide: Best Timing for Oak, Elm, Pine & Beech Trees
Pruning at the wrong time can spread deadly tree diseases. Discover Kansas City’s safe winter pruning windows for oak, elm, pine, and beech trees.
Arborist performing winter tree removal by climbing and cutting a tall trunk with safety gear.
Why Arborists Recommend Winter for Tree Removal and Major Pruning
Think tree work has to wait for spring? Think again. Winter tree removal in Cedar Rapids is safer, cheaper, and smarter – see why the pros prefer it.
Vibrant fall foliage displaying brilliant yellows, oranges, and reds along forest path in healthy Midwest woodland.
How to Make Your Midwest Trees’ Fall Colors More Vibrant: A Tree Care Guide for Spectacular Autumn Foliage
Tired of dull fall trees? Discover proven methods to enhance fall tree colors in the Midwest through strategic fertilization, pruning & soil treatments.
Vibrant fall foliage with red and orange maple trees in the Central Midwest during peak autumn season.
Benefits of Fall Mulching for Central Midwest Trees
Why do some Central Midwest trees thrive through winter while others fail? The secret is fall mulching. Discover proven techniques from Certified Arborists.
Tree leaves turning brown from severe summer heat and drought stress in Missouri.
How to Diagnose Trees Turning Brown in Summer – and When to Call a Local Expert
Trees turning brown in Missouri’s summer? Learn the top causes and simple steps to protect your trees before lasting damage occurs.
A tree in Oklahoma showing yellow leaves with green veins, classic symptoms of iron chlorosis in alkaline Great Plains soil.
Treating Iron Chlorosis: Why Fall Gives Great Plains and Midwest Trees the Best Chance
From September to November, trees absorb minerals best. Treat iron chlorosis in the fall to prevent branch dieback, slow growth, and long-term damage.
A tree carving designed by Arbor Masters tree artist in Iowa.

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