Stumps can be eliminated from your yard using a few methods. Decide first whether to completely remove the stump, or leave some portion of the stump in-place in the soil. Experts have different opinions; here are a few:
Here in the Midwest, Spring brings temperate weather and the opportunity to improve the home. Although most regular tree maintenance and tree pruning can be done at any time of the year, spring is a popular season. Here are some of the services clients request the most in Missouri and Kansas:
The downy hawthorn, state flower of Missouri, is great for landscaping. The Crataegus mollis' hearty white flowers bloom in April and early May. Although the downy hawthorn naturally occurs in open woods, along small streams and pastures, it can be transplanted easily. Landscapers often use the shrub because it nestles naturally into the landscape and accepts a variety of soils. The downy hawthorn does well in moist, well-drained soil but also tolerates drought.
May's tree of the month is river birch, or Betula nigra. This deciduous tree is common throughout Missouri and is good for Kansas City urban landscaping and erosion control, according to The Missouri Department of Conservation. Because the river birch does well in moist ground, along streams and gravel bars, it can also be found in Kansas and other areas.
Well, folks, it's official. The Kwanzan was voted America's Favorite Cherry Tree in an Arbor Day Foundation poll. The Kwanzan won by a wide margin in the online poll, which surveyed over 6,645 people from all 50 states and more than 25 countries. The Arbor Day Foundation partnered with the National Cherry Blossom Festival.
As we have mentioned several times in our previous posts on Arbor Day, the observance of Arbor Day focuses greatly on planting new trees, with observances occurring in most states that corresponds with the best time of the year to plant new trees. If you decided to plant a new tree or two to commemorate Arbor Day, it is very important to make sure that you plant your trees correctly.
Previously, we shared with you some of our do-it-yourself tree care and maintenance tips we recently provided for a Tree Care Industry Association brochure. As we mentioned last time, tree care and maintenance is an inherently hazardous task so safety shouldn’t be taken lightly.
A quick glance around your yard on the weekend can reveal some work that needs to be done in order to improve the look of your yard – for example, weeds that need to be pulled from the garden or tree branches that need to be cut. Many homeowners immediately think to get out the power tools and take care of things themselves. However, it’s important to remember that some jobs are best left to the professionals before you begin working on your trees.
Although National Arbor Day will be observed on April 27th this year, many states throughout the country choose to hold their own Arbor Day observances on different days. For example, Missouri holds its Arbor Day observance on the first Friday in April each year, while Kansas’ Arbor Day is always the last Friday in April. Most states, according to the Arbor Day Foundation, choose a date that falls within the state’s best tree planting time, which is why the observances occur at various points.