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.

An oak with large horned oak galls in a yard in the Midwest.
Horned Oak Gall: What Those Spiky Growths on Your Oak Tree Really Mean
Spiky growths on your oak tree? It could be horned oak gall! Learn what causes it, how to manage it, and when to take action to support your tree.
Cluster of oak leaves showing early signs of oak wilt, with green leaves beginning to turn yellow and brown at the edges.
Oak Wilt: The Tree Disease You Can’t Afford to Ignore
Think your oak tree is stressed? It could be oak wilt. Learn the signs, common misdiagnoses, and why early detection is critical for your trees.
A mature tree against a bright sun in Davenport, with sunlight washing out much of the image.
Tree Stress in the Quad Cities: What to Watch for This Summer
Your trees deal with a lot more than you realize. Explore how Iowa’s weather, pests, and soil affect tree health – and how to spot stress before it worsens.
Close-up of a tree branch in Des Moines showing yellow leaves with browning, crispy edges – an advanced sign of drought stress in trees.
Don’t Let Your Des Moines Trees Succumb to Drought Stress This Summer
Four years of drought left Des Moines trees vulnerable, and dry conditions are returning. Learn to recognize the symptoms and how to support your trees.
A young girl watering a newly planted tree with a garden hose set to a slow drip in a Cedar Rapids backyard.
How to Water Young Trees in Cedar Rapids: Expert Tips for Success
Don't let your Cedar Rapids tree become another casualty. Learn how to water young trees the right way with proven techniques from local certified arborists.
A soaker hose watering the ground in Lee’s Summit, MO.
The Importance of Deep Watering for Kansas City Trees
Think your trees are getting enough water? Maybe not. Discover why deep watering is key to helping Kansas City trees survive heat, drought, and decline.
Leaves that are discolored and dying on a tree in Goddard, KS.
From Leaf Spots to Dead Branches: Diagnosing Tree Diseases in Wichita
When you notice discolored leaves or dead branches, it could be a sign of a tree disease. Learn more about these common symptoms and what they might mean.
A field with an old oak tree outside of Fort Worth, TX.
Common Texas Oak Trees in Fort Worth and the Problems They Face
Fort Worth is home to many native oaks, but pests, disease, and drought are taking a toll. Learn how to identify common Texas oaks and protect them.
An arborist from Arbor Masters performs fertilization in Tulsa, OK.
Should I Fertilize My Trees in the Summer? (And the Best Time to Do It in Oklahoma)
Think fertilizer will fix your stressed trees? Timing is everything. Learn why summer feeding fails and when Oklahoma trees truly benefit.
A tree in a city with the summer sun behind it.
The Danger of Heat Stress and How to Protect Your Midwest Trees
Midwest heat waves can do more than dry out lawns – they can also weaken or kill trees. Learn how to spot heat stress and protect your property this summer.
An aerial view of Kansas City during a dry summer.
4 Drought-Tolerant Trees to Plant in Your Kansas City Yard
Worried about drought conditions killing a tree? Consider planting one of these drought-tolerant trees that will thrive, even when we see a lack of rain.
Yellow oak leaves showing the signs of insect and disease stress in Tulsa, OK.
6 Tips to Protect Your Tulsa Trees from Insects and Disease This Summer
Tulsa trees are under attack – protect yours. Explore smart, proactive ways to prevent insects and disease from weakening or killing your trees.