Japanese Maple Scale: Small Insect, Big Problem
June 10, 2026
What is Japanese Maple Scale Japanese maple scale, Lopholeucaspis japonica, is a common pest that affects Japanese maple trees (Acer palmatum) and as many as
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Category: Advanced Tree Care
Paclobutrazol: A Tool for Managing Tree Growth
April 15, 2026
When Trees Outgrow Their Space Homeowners and landscapers often plant small trees without fully accounting for how large those trees will eventually become. Over time,
Fruit Elimination Treatments: What You Should Know Before Trying Them
March 16, 2026
If you like your tree but hate what it drops, you’re not alone. Unwanted fruit drop is a common complaint we hear, especially with callery
Storm Damage Recovery
February 11, 2026
Restoring Your Trees After Severe Weather Storms can leave a trail of destruction, and trees often bear the brunt of their force. High winds, heavy
Iron Chlorosis, Part 2: Injections, Soil Biology, and Results
October 24, 2025
Ten years ago, we published an article on iron chlorosis explaining why so many oaks and maples in our area turn yellow each summer. The
Oak Wilt: Understanding, Preventing, and Managing a Deadly Tree Disease
October 23, 2025
Oak wilt is one of the most destructive tree diseases in the Midwest, and unfortunately, Kansas is no exception. While not widespread in the state,
Soil Health = Tree Health
August 4, 2025
The Hidden Key to Tree Health: Soil Biological Activity When we think about maintaining tree health, we often focus on pruning, watering, or pest control.
Tree Appraisal
June 23, 2025
What is Your Tree Worth? Most people agree that trees have value—but did you know that value can be quantified in dollars? Trees offer aesthetic
Kansas Tree Law (Part 1)
June 18, 2025
*DISCLAMER* Navigating tree law is complex, and minor details may significantly influence legal outcomes and cases. We are not attorneys, and this is not intended
Tree Risk on Large Properties (HOA’s, etc)
January 15, 2025
Tree Risk and Inspection: Protecting Large Properties and HOAs from Liability Trees are valuable assets on large properties managed by corporations or homeowners’ associations (HOAs).
