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.

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 DFW Homeowners
Mature live oaks are the crown jewels of many established Dallas-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 ...
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
Each fall, homeowners across Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, and Illinois spend hours raking leaves, cleaning gutters, and winterizing their ...
Professional arborist in work clothes using proper fall planting technique with tree root ball positioned correctly in Des Moines area
Why Fall Tree Planting in Des Moines Creates Thriving Urban Forests
Walk through the tree-lined streets of Beaverdale or the other historic neighborhoods of Sherman Hill, and it’s hard ...
Arbor Masters tree care professionals planting young tree with family and children in Quad Cities waterfront location.
Choosing the Right Tree and Planting Service in the Quad Cities: Species, Timing, and Local Experts
Whether you're landscaping a new home in Bettendorf's suburbs or adding to the mature canopy in Davenport's historic ...