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.

Pink redbud blossoms on bare branches in early spring, a sign of healthy trees emerging from winter dormancy in the Kansas City area.
Why Lee’s Summit Lakefront Estates Need a Spring Tree Health Assessment
After record snowfall, a tree health assessment in Lee's Summit can reveal hidden damage before spring growth masks the evidence. Here's when to call a pro.
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 tree fallen across a residential street after a winter storm, with branches blocking traffic and yellow caution tape visible, snow on the ground and houses in the background.
From Call to Cleanup: What Actually Happens During a Quad Cities Tree Emergency
Who removes storm-damaged trees in Davenport – the city, utility, or you? A Quad Cities guide to emergency tree service that saves hours of runaround.
Arborist measuring tree trunk diameter with measuring tape during a plant health care inspection.
Why High-Value Trees Need Year-Round Plant Health Care in Johnson County
New year, new tree care plan? PHC preserves high-value trees by preventing decline and expensive removal. See what proactive, year-round care includes.
Native cedar and juniper trees grow naturally in a Fort Worth forest setting.
A Guide to Identifying and Caring for Texas Cedar Trees
Not all cedars are true cedars. Get a clear guide to identifying cedar trees in Texas, including native species, look-alikes & basic care tips for homeowners.
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.
A large tree fallen across a snow-covered Wichita yard after ice storm damage, with ice-covered branches scattered around.
9 Popular Wichita Trees That Are Least Likely to Survive Ice Storms
Not all trees handle ice storms the same. See which species are high-risk in Wichita and what you can do to reduce breakage, failures, and storm cleanup costs.
Ice-covered trees and shrubs create a winter landscape after an Oklahoma City ice storm.
Which Oklahoma City Trees Can Bounce Back After Ice Storm Damage?
Ice storms are rough on trees, but most aren’t a lost cause. Many OKC species can recover fully with the right post-storm care from Certified Arborists.
Arbor Masters crew members in safety helmets and high-visibility gear process cut branches in a snowy Lee's Summit neighborhood, with the company's blue service truck parked nearby.
Why Tree Preservation Matters for Home Value and Neighborhood Character in Lee’s Summit
Mature trees contribute to home value and neighborhood character–but only with proper care. Learn why Certified Arborists are essential to tree preservation.
Tree branches bending under heavy snow along a snow-covered path in a Des Moines neighborhood.
How Weight Reduction Pruning Can Help Prevent Property Damage During Iowa Winters
One storm can cost thousands in damage. Weight reduction pruning removes the branch weight that causes failures — before the next winter storm hits Des Moines.
Arborist using an orange chainsaw to prune a thick branch from a dormant tree against a clear blue winter sky in Cedar Rapids.
When to Prune Trees in Cedar Rapids for Stronger, Healthier Growth
Not sure when to prune trees in Cedar Rapids? Pruning timing depends on the species. Learn the best times for oaks, elms, fruit trees, maples & spring bloomers.
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.