Today we are continuing our monthly feature on the trees of Missouri. Last month, we featured the Green Ash, and for the month of March, we are placing the Eastern Cottonwood in the spotlight. Below are some interesting facts about this tree species.

Most people look forward to spring. So does the bagworm, which is why tree healthcare is so important as the weather warms.

On our website, we have shared a bit about one of the main categories of insects that cause problems with trees in our area – Plant Sucking Insects. These types of pests typically cause leaf discoloration, the wilting of stems and leaves, and premature leaf drop among other issues.

Last month, we began a series on trees that are commonly found in Missouri, beginning with the Black Cherry Tree. This month we will continue and have selected the Green Ash as our featured tree for February. Below are some facts about the Green Ash that we have gathered.

Hot summers and frequent droughts are common occurrences in the Midwestern region of the U.S. These harsh climatic conditions leave pine trees, specifically non-native species, highly vulnerable to disease. Non-native Scots pines, which are often planted as windbreaks, are the most affected; often developing pine wilt, a disease that requires the assistance of a tree healthcare specialist to control the outbreak.

If you are a faithful follower of the Cartwright Tree Care Facebook page, then you probably noticed a few weeks ago that spring fertilizations are right around the corner. Although the official start of spring is still weeks away, it's important to begin preparing for the season now, and trees, like any other plant in your landscape, need proper fertilization in order to remain healthy.

Are you building a new home this year, or do you plan to do some remodeling that might include a home addition? If so, you most likely will have trees on your property that you’ll need to work around throughout the construction process, and it is important that you and the people working on your home take extra care when working around your trees, as trees are a very valuable asset to your property.

We have talked a lot in the past about the various issues the trees on your property may face, such as diseases and insect issues, but there have only been a few times that we have discussed some of the more common trees found throughout Missouri and the areas Cartwright Tree Care services. It is definitely helpful to have some knowledge about the trees on your property, so we are going to begin featuring a new tree each month on our blog. 

We talk a lot about how to care for your trees and the various issues that can cause harm to your trees. Today we wanted to turn the tables a little bit and tell you about some of the reasons we need trees and why they are so important.

We've mentioned several of the tree diseases that are quite common here in the Kansas City area before. These diseases can be very harmful to your trees, and can even kill them, if you don’t take action.