Tree Care Tips from Arbor Masters

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.
Tree branches clusterred to a neighbors' roof that pose risk for insurance risks in Kansas.
Are Overhanging Trees Putting Your Insurance Coverage at Risk?
Learn how overhanging or neglected trees can cause insurance issues, higher premiums, or nonrenewals & what Kansas City homeowners can do to stay protected.
Majestic oak tree standing in a snowy Kansas City field with benches beneath its bare branches in winter.
Kansas City’s Winter Tree Pruning Guide: Best Timing for Oak, Elm, Pine & Beech Trees
Pruning at the wrong time can spread deadly tree diseases. Discover Kansas City’s safe winter pruning windows for oak, elm, pine, and beech trees.
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.
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.
Tree leaves turning brown from severe summer heat and drought stress in Missouri.
How to Diagnose Trees Turning Brown in Summer – and When to Call a Local Expert
Trees turning brown in Missouri’s summer? Learn the top causes and simple steps to protect your trees before lasting damage occurs.
A tree in Oklahoma showing yellow leaves with green veins, classic symptoms of iron chlorosis in alkaline Great Plains soil.
Treating Iron Chlorosis: Why Fall Gives Great Plains and Midwest Trees the Best Chance
From September to November, trees absorb minerals best. Treat iron chlorosis in the fall to prevent branch dieback, slow growth, and long-term damage.
Close-up of tree leaves turning yellow in summer, showing early signs of stress or nutrient deficiency in Kansas City.
5 Reasons Why Your Tree’s Leaves Are Turning Yellow During Summer
Concerned about yellow leaves on your trees this summer? Learn the 5 main causes affecting Kansas City area trees and when to call for professional help.
An arborist from Arbor Masters spraying a tree with preventive insecticides in Lee’s Summit, MO.
4 Common Kansas City Tree Pests Homeowners Need to Watch For
Worried about tree Kansas City tree pests? Learn how to spot 4 common threats before they stress or kill your trees – and what you can do to stop them.
A dead tree in a yard in Kansas City, MO.
6 Warning Signs Your Tree May Be Dead or Dying in Kansas City
Dead or dying tree? Don’t wait for it to fall. Learn the top 6 warning signs and when to call for safe, professional tree removal in Kansas City.
Healthy oak leaves on a tree in the Great Plains.
Hypoxylon Canker: What Homeowners Need to Know to Protect Their Trees
Hypoxylon canker is a serious tree disease that often goes unnoticed until it’s too late. Learn how to spot it early and protect your Midwest trees.
A tree carving designed by Arbor Masters tree artist in Iowa.

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