We believe that trees are beautiful both in they're prime and when they have been removed, shaped and repurposed into things like decks, homes and gorgeous pieces of furniture the adorn our houses and places of business. We also believe that those trees that gave up their branches and trunks for these projects should be honored and have continued use even after being repurposed for the first time.

As thoughts of winter, snow and ice begin to fade and we turn to thoughts of budding trees and beautiful, early spring flowers, there are many things to consider when it comes to your trees. We know you’re looking forward to outdoor parties, friendly neighborhood get-togethers and spending time outside enjoying your family and your yard. Having a space where you feel safe and excited to host these events is important and to feel confident enough to do that, we think a tree safety inspection is in order.

Since you’re familiar with the Cartwright Tree Care motto, you know that we believe in creating and maintaining the beauty of the trees and landscapes in the greater Kansas City area. We believe that it’s just as important to take care of the older trees and plants as it is to plant new ones that compliment your landscape and help you create the vision that you have for your property.

Have you ever been taking a nice stroll through the park and noticed some of the leaves of the nearby trees look like swiss cheese? How about taking a bike ride through your neighborhood and observe that more than one tree has two toned leaves that aren’t naturally growing that way? Have you ever stopped to wonder what that means? We can tell you! It means the insect world has been feasting on our trees and it’s time for us to fight back!

There are many specific diseases that try to attach themselves to our trees here in the Midwest and it’s important to keep an eye on your trees for any changes that may be occurring. Several different diseases that may attempt to harm your trees include Ash Borer, Walnut Canker, Scab, Beech Bark, and American Chestnut Blight.