Trees have the power to increase property values in Kansas City, improve air quality, reduce household energy costs, improve water quality and more according to the Unites States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service. When trees are present in our everyday Kansas City landscapes it’s easy to forget just how significant they are to all of our lives. Trees of the right variety placed properly and cared for professionally provide enormous benefits and have significant economic, environmental and societal value.

Planting a tree is a long term investment, that if chosen wisely, will provide a lifetime of beauty to Kansas City lawns and add valuable curb appeal to the overall home.

You don’t necessarily have to sell your home to see a return on your tree planting investment. Fully grown trees provide shade cover that significantly reduces energy bills. According to the USDA Forest Service, when trees are planted and positioned effectively around a home, they can reduce air conditioning needs by 30 percent.

Finally, the actual planting of the tree will require experience and precision. Planting a tree too close to a home or structure can result in root infiltration, and planting a tree too far away will reduce the potential for energy savings.

Additional benefits from planting trees include privacy, noise reduction and the creation of an atmosphere friendly to wildlife. Trees also are proven to lower stress and anxiety — your backyard oasis will be quiet, peaceful and therapeutic.

Invest in your property by planting trees — boost your curb appeal, reduce your energy bill and see a return on the costs in the future. Cartwright Tree Care does not offer expert tree planting services but  — if you call our office at 816-965-6758 we can refer you to a tree planting specialist in Kansas City.

We present you with an endless amount of ways to re-purpose trees that were removed or limbs that were trimmed from your Kansas City landscaping.. Whether you want to save money, personalize your home, or you don't like to see things go to waste, these examples make fascinating decorations or conversation pieces for your humble abode!

With so many tree service companies in Kansas City, you may be asking yourself, "How do I choose the right company for my trees?" "What questions do I ask?" and finally, "What sets Cartwright Tree Care apart from the rest?"

So today is the day! We are finally announcing the winner of the lightsaber giveaway, our crew has been patiently waiting to spill the beans!  

Many Kansas City home owners maintain no tree care budget. Unexpected "tree emergencies" pop-up out of no where and money must be scraped together last-minute to pay. Placing many families under a financial burden. It's even worse when the issue results in damage to the home or the property that could have been prevented.

Oh, how I love you, thy tree! Let me count the ways- you help clean the air we breathe, you provide shelter for all the little critters, and you add beauty to our urban Kansas City landscapes. So to celebrate spring, we've organized a list of American grown, gnarly, wild, and beautiful trees. .

Although not all of these trees are actually considered trees, due to their massive growth and magnificent beauty, we will give them a pass anyways! So step outside, take a deep breath of fresh air, find the closest tree, and give it a big hug.

If you know of any mesmerizing trees in Kansas City, you can submit photos at the bottom! We would love to feature your tree on our blog!

"I think I shall never see,

A poem lovely as a tree."

-Joyce Kilmer

The European beech has been described as the finest specimen tree available. Tree expert Michael Dirr hales claims it “so beautiful that it overwhelms one at first glance.”

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