Tree Care Tips from Arbor Masters

Arbor Masters is with you even after we’ve left your property. Get expert tree care tips from our blog to keep up your trees' beauty and value.

A large tree with broken limbs fallen on a residential home in Wichita after a winter storm, showing the risks of unaddressed tree hazards.
How to Prune Storm-Damaged Trees in Wichita: Expert Recovery Techniques After Ice and Snow
Winter storms in Wichita can transform beautiful trees into hazards overnight. Longtime residents know how unpredictable our winters ...
Arbor Masters crew using bucket truck to safely remove large mature tree with professional tree removal equipment.
Tree Removal vs. Pruning: Making the Right Choice for Your Davenport Property
You're standing in your yard on a crisp November morning, looking up at the mature oak that's shaded ...
Ice-covered tree branches during Kansas City winter storm showing conditions that require professional tree risk assessment and preventive care.
Essential Winter Tree Services for Homeowners in Lee’s Summit: Risk Assessment, Removal & Plant Health Care
Last winter's ice storms caught thousands of KC Metro homeowners off guard, leaving behind costly damage that proper ...
Arbor Masters bucket truck positioned for winter tree pruning near a Johnson County, Kansas home.
4 Reasons Why Arborists Recommend Winter Tree Pruning for Kansas City Trees
Winter tree pruning in Kansas City isn't just a convenient off-season activity. It's scientifically the best time to prune ...
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
As snow blankets neighborhoods and ice crystals form on trees, many Cedar Rapids homeowners wonder about the right ...
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
Every autumn across the Midwest, from the rolling hills of Liberty and Parkville to the suburban neighborhoods of ...
Close-up of a tree trunk with girdling roots wrapping tightly around the base, restricting the root flare and trunk growth.
Spotting and Fixing Dangerous Girdling Roots Before They Strangle Your Trees
Mature trees throughout Des Moines' established neighborhoods face a hidden threat that develops slowly over decades. Thick roots ...
A severely leaning tree showing structural issues that require professional assessment to determine risk level and preservation options.
Is a Professional Tree Assessment Worth It? When Tulsa Trees Need Expert Evaluation
When you notice something's not quite right with your trees – thinning foliage, unusual spotting on leaves, or ...
A large tree fallen on residential home in Wichita showing severe property damage from wind failure.
Preventing Wind Damage to Wichita Trees: The Science Behind Proper Pruning
When 101 mph winds tore through Wichita in June 2025, trees throughout College Hill, Vickridge, and The Trees ...
Dormant oak tree against clear blue winter sky in Davenport Iowa.
Winter Oak Pruning in the Quad Cities: The Right Time for Healthy Resilient Trees
If you have oak trees in McClellan Heights, Hamburg Historic District, or anywhere across the Quad Cities, you ...
A mature live oak tree standing majestically in a Texas field, showcasing the natural beauty these trees bring to the Dallas-Fort Worth landscape.
Protecting Mature Live Oaks: Winter Storm Guide for Fort Worth Homeowners
Mature live oaks are the crown jewels of many established Fort Worth neighborhoods, from the historic craftsman homes ...
Professional lot clearing in progress on an Oklahoma City property with cleared brush and preserved trees in the background.
Lot Clearing in OKC: Complete Guide to Permits, Process, and Best Practices
Clearing a lot in Oklahoma City isn’t as simple as bringing in equipment and getting to work. Between ...