Tree Care Tips from Arbor Masters

Arbor Masters supports you long after we leave your property. Find expert tips on our blog to keep your Des Moines trees healthy and beautiful.

A group of carpenter ants on a log in Tulsa, OK.
Are Carpenter Ants Harming Your Tree? Here’s What You Should Know
Contrary to popular belief, carpenter ants don’t kill trees – they reveal what’s already happening beneath the bark. ...
A group of nursery trees ready to plant in Ankeny, IA.
How to Choose the Right Tree for Your Des Moines Property
Planting a tree might seem as simple as picking one you like and digging a hole – but ...
An Arbor Masters tree care professional wearing bee protective gear stands in front of an Arbor Masters truck before assisting with the relocation of a beehive from a fallen tree.
What Arbor Masters Is Doing to Save the Bees
Across the U.S., honeybee deaths have reached record levels, with beekeepers reporting the highest loss of colonies in ...
The white blooms of a spring flowering tree near Des Moines, Iowa.
6 Spring Flowering Trees That Thrive in Des Moines
Des Moines residents love their beautiful green shade trees in summer, their red and orange trees in fall, ...
A tree stump surrounded by grass in a Des Moines yard.
Stump Grinding vs Removal: Which is Right for Your Des Moines Yard?
Leaving a tree stump in your yard is almost never a good idea. Beyond being an eyesore, stumps ...
A large tree that split and failed during a storm in Des Moines, Iowa.
7 Reasons Your Tree is Unsafe and What to Do About It
A recent tragedy not far from Des Moines is a sobering reminder of how dangerous trees can become. ...
A bare tree branch covered in snow after a Midwest winter storm.
6 Winter Tree Care Tips You Can’t Afford to Ignore While Living in the Midwest
Picture your trees in spring, bursting with fresh leaves and vibrant blooms. What many homeowners don’t realize is ...
A certified arborist in a bucket truck carefully removing a tree with a chainsaw.
Why Does Tree Removal Cost So Much In Des Moines?
When it comes to maintaining your property in Des Moines, Iowa, tree removal can feel like a hefty ...
Arborists from Arbor Masters installing cabling support systems in a large tree near Des Moines, IA.
Signs Your Iowa Trees May Need Structural Support for Safety
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 season in MO.
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 ...