We commonly get asked “what helps keep a tree healthy?”

The short answer is regular, on-going care. In the St. Louis area, that might mean giving a good hard look at your trees seasonally – once in spring, summer, fall, and winter. You’ll be looking out for signs of distress, dangerous branches, unusual growths or discoloring, or potential problems. You should also be monitoring rainfall and natural conditions. In summer, make sure you keep all plants and trees watered when we haven’t had rain in awhile. This is especially true for newly planted trees (1-3 year old trees). They will need watering to survive extended dry spells in St. Louis.

Mulch can also help to keep trees healthy. Mulch insulates roots and protects them from lawn mower cuts. Mulch also helps prevent dry soil.

Over time, most trees will need pruning. Proper tree trimming improves the tree’s structure while also removing any deadwood. Major pruning is recommended when a tree is dormant, and doesn’t have any leaves. If you’re trimming a tree in summer, it’s best focus on tidying up and clearing out smaller dead or damaged twigs.

Smaller tree maintenance projects can usually be handled by a homeowner. However, sometimes professional help is recommended. When you need a large tree removed or big branches trimmed off of a tree, give us a call. We provide affordable tree services across St. Louis. We always provide a free consultation and estimate, and we pride ourselves in giving sound advice for your landscape trees. Our recommendations are always focused on the most cost-effective way to take care of the trees on your property, so you can be sure that your safety and the safety of your trees is in good hands.