Tree Care Tips for Central Missouri

Winter weather can be tough on trees. The combination of wind and cold can be especially dangerous for trees in Missouri. High winds can be a major problem. When the wind blows, it can cause tree branches to sway, which can lead to breakage. If a tree's branches are...

Frost heaves tend to happen most frequently in dips or slopes in your soil that allow for water to pool and slowly seep into the ground. If you are concerned about frost heave on your property, contact the professionals at Hentges Tree Service.

Whether a tree comes down in a natural way during a storm or due to disease or is taken down deliberately, it often leaves something behind: the stump. Hentges Tree Service offers tree stump removal as an add-on service when we remove your tree or as a stand-alone service for an existing stump on your property.

At Hentges Tree Service, we believe trees have a purpose even after we remove them! Rather than sending your tree to the landfill, you can repurpose, or upcycle the remains. Learn more about what to do with trees after their removal.

Trees need to be trimmed or even removed near power lines to prevent power outages caused by falling limbs, particularly as we prepare for winter weather.

Without extensive knowledge, there is a high probability that pruning your own trees will lead to more harm than good.

Central Missouri is home to a large variety of tree species. Each of these is susceptible to several diseases. Hentges experts are well versed in helping you care for your trees.

While some yards are spacious and have ample room for a variety of large trees, others are smaller and more compact. Some homeowners prefer smaller trees in areas close to their homes mixed in with other landscaping. In this month’s blog, we will go over some of the...

Having a tree removed can often be an unexpected expense and can sometimes result in an unsightly stump being left in your yard. There are several reasons that getting stumps removed is important. Curb appeal – Not only are tree stumps an eye sore; they can actually...

Spring is coming and that means it’s time to prepare your fruit trees for a successful growing season and bountiful harvest! Caring for your fruit bearing trees early gets them prepared and ready to produce delicious fruit all season long. Here are some helpful tips...

Trees are plants, and as you know plants need nutrients, water, and sunlight to live, grow and thrive. But what happens to trees in the frigid cold of a Midwest winter?

Missourians are all too familiar with the changing weather patterns. These fluctuating temperatures can be especially hard on trees. Here you’ll find some reasons to winterize and tips to give your trees the best chance at survival this winter.