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.

The white blooms of a spring flowering tree near Des Moines, Iowa.
6 Spring Flowering Trees That Thrive in Des Moines
Looking for spring flowering trees that will thrive in your Des Moines yard? Discover native and proven varieties that put on a show of color each spring.
A certified arborist in a bucket truck carefully removing a tree with a chainsaw.
Why Does Tree Removal Cost So Much In Des Moines?
Shocked by your tree removal cost? Learn what affects pricing and why investing in professional care ensures safety, efficiency, and lasting peace of mind.
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
Spot the warning signs your tree needs structural support before storm damage strikes. Keep Iowa homes safe and mature trees standing with expert support solutions.
An Arbor Masters technician operates fertilization equipment near a young tree while an Arbor Masters truck with specialized equipment sits parked on the lawn beside a residential pond.
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 now as ever; when should I start to think about fertilization?
sweet gum tree leaves
Sweet Gum Tree Care: Tips for Growing and Maintaining Sweet Gums in the Midwest
The beautiful sweet gum tree is native to North America, dropping its infamous spiky gum balls each autumn.
White Oak with brown to range leaves during fall season.
Everything You Need to Know About Pruning Oak Trees and Oak Wilt
Find out everything you need to know about oak tree pruning and signs of oak wilt.
A woman and toddler walk across a lush green lawn under the shade of large, mature trees in a well-maintained residential yard in Texas.
The Importance of Pruning Your Trees
Pruning trees is both an art as well as a science. Like all good art, there are rules to follow when pruning trees. When it comes to trees, we’re not talking about an inanimate object; we’re talking about something alive that gives us the air we breathe. Pruning, when done improperly, can be detrimental to…