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Tree Care Tips and Updates for the Quad Cities

Oak leaves on a branch displaying the white, powdery fungal coating typical of powdery mildew disease.
Powdery Mildew Is Common in the Midwest – Here’s What to Do About It
Seeing a white powdery coating on your trees or shrubs? Learn how to identify powdery mildew, stop its spread, and protect plant health before plants weaken.
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.
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.
Mature deciduous trees with bare branches arching over a snow-covered residential street during an active snowstorm, with power lines visible running between them and parked cars lining both sides of the road.
What Davenport Homeowners Should Do About Trees Near Power Lines
Who's responsible for Davenport tree power line issues – you or the utility company? Here's how to know and when to act before the next storm forces your hand.
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.
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 Quad Cities Property
Learn when tree removal vs. pruning is right for your Davenport property. Expert ISA arborist guidance on making preservation-first decisions that protect your home and investment.
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.
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
Winter is the only safe season to prune oaks in the Quad Cities. Learn why proper timing protects your trees and keeps them healthy year after year.
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.
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
Not all trees survive in the Quad Cities’ soil and climate. Find out which species succeed, when to plant & how local experts ensure your landscape flourishes.
A tree carving designed by Arbor Masters tree artist in Iowa.

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