Tree Care Tips for Central Missouri

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.

Creating a mulch ring around a newly planted or young tree is the single best practice that can be done to ensure the health of the tree, as well as encourage proper growth.

Bees. We see them all the time. We sometimes run from them for fear of a sting, but these tiny insects are vitally important to humanity! Did you know that bees pollinate 85% of the planet’s flowering plants and 35% of the crops we eat? These little guys are...

Trees, like any plant, require healthy roots to live and thrive. The roots play a vital role in the overall health and stability of any tree on your property. It is important to ensure that these roots are well cared for, so that your trees can continue to grow and...

It’s that time of year again… storm season. Thunderstorms, torrential rains, high winds, and sometimes even tornadoes put considerable stress on your trees and open the possibility to damage of your home from falling limbs or toppling trees. While it’s not a fun...