Arbor Masters Davenport Blog

Those beautiful mature trees shading your Iowa home – they're worth protecting. From summer storms to winter ice, ...

Fall Fertilization: The Key to Healthy Trees

Temperatures are going down, the leaves are starting to turn and local plant care is just as important ...

Fall Leaf Colors in the Midwest: Why Trees Change Color and When to Expect It

We often take the beauty around us every day for granted. Each fall, we watch as trees paint ...

AM truck and evergreem tree with cones in front.

Evergreen Trees for Midwest Landscapes: Broadleaf vs. Needle Varieties

Evergreen trees, with their ability to retain foliage throughout the year, play a crucial role in landscaping and ...

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Winter Tree Care: How Anti-Desiccants Can Save Your Trees

Enhancing Winter Tree Protection with Anti-Desiccants and Fertilizers Fall is one of the most exciting times of the ...

Why Are My Pine Trees Dropping Needles? Signs & Solutions

Every autumn, we get calls from concerned homeowners asking why their pine trees are suddenly yellowing and dropping ...

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Wood-Boring Beetles: Identifying and Controlling These Destructive Pests

Tree Pests & Diseases

Boring beetles and other insects can be a destructive pest for your trees. Often going unnoticed, these insects ...

Mulching Your Trees: Benefits and Best Practices

At Arbor Masters, our goal is to make a good thing last for years to come - even ...

Redbud Trees: Everything You Need to Know

Redbud trees (genus Cercis) are beloved for their enchanting beauty and vibrant blossoms. These versatile trees are native ...

Crabapple Trees: Your Tree Care Guide

Getting to Know the Charming Crabapple Tree The Crabapple tree is a beautiful fruit tree that blooms in ...

Two trees growing on a front yard of a property, one with yellow leaves showing signs of iron chlorosis and the other looking healthy.

Iron Chlorosis: Identifying and Treating This Common Nutrient Deficiency in Trees

Tree Pests & Diseases

Iron chlorosis is a condition of trees and shrubs caused by an iron deficiency. It can be very ...

Sweet Gum Tree Care: Tips for Growing and Maintaining Sweet Gums in the Midwest

Getting Acquainted with Sweet Gum Trees The Liquidambar styraciflua, or the American sweet gum tree, is a colorful ...