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PHC on the Lookout – Dormant Oil Spray Applications Starting!
Just as the name indicates, dormant oil is an oily product that is sprayed on plant foliage during the plant’s dormant season. It is a relatively safe method for controlling
PHC on the Lookout – Call the PHC Department to get on the Schedule!
In early March, the Plant Health Care Department at KTS sent recommendations to many of our residential clients. These recommendations are specific to each homeowner’s landscape needs. Included in the
Tip of the Week – Prevent Road Salt Damage on Your Parkway Trees
The hard winter we experienced is almost behind us, but the effects are lingering. While City Crews worked hard this winter to keep the streets free of ice, the road
Congratulations to Brody Roybal from the City of Northlake
The Paralympics in Sochi was an exciting time for Northlake resident Brody Roybal. The 15 year old sophomore competed with the United States sled hockey team this year and won
Tip of the Week – When to Plant and Transplant Trees
“To plant or not to plant, that is the question.” There are a number of conditions and criteria that determine the optimal time for planting and transplanting trees. There are
Gypsy Moth targeted for Treatment by The State of Illinois
The gypsy moth is a relatively new pest to North America and Illinois. In the 1860’s a French scientist brought the gypsy moth to the United States in the hopes
Signs of Spring
Punxsutawney Phil did see his shadow this year, signifying six more weeks of winter. But regardless of what happened on February 2nd, early spring signs will soon start popping up
Tip of the Week – Having Tree Work or Plant Health Care Services Performed? Pay Online!
With the spring season comes the care of your landscape. This may be a Crabapple tree spray program or tree limb removal after a spring storm. Keep in mind that
BOMA/Suburban Chicago Expo 2014!
The Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Suburban Chicago is hosting the 2014 Office & Commercial Real Estate Expo, February 27th at the Drury Lane Conference Center in Oakbrook
Tip of the Week – Frost Cracking
Frost cracking occurs when the tree bark separates from the wood. Interestingly, frost cracks are not caused by frost, but due to the tree wood drying and shrinking. This creates
PHC on the Lookout – Plant Health Care Proposals Coming Soon!
With spring just around the corner, it’s time to start planning for the health of your trees. The extreme weather conditions we’ve experienced this winter make it more important than
Tip of the Week – Million Trees Project
For the past 150 years tree diversity has declined along the shores of rivers, including in the state of Illinois. The Illinois, Mississippi and Ohio rivers were once home to
Come see KTS at The Old House New House® Home Show!
Pheasant Run Resort in Saint Charles is the place to be February 7-9, 2014. The Old House New House® Home Show is the largest and longest running consumer home show
Tip of the Week – What is Urban Forestry?
Forestry is the science or skill of planting, growing and managing trees and forests. What does this mean in a city or suburban setting? Urban settings present different challenges than
iLandscape Show just around the Corner!
iLandscape, the premier tradeshow originally designed for the Illinois landscape market has partnered with the Wisconsin Green Industry Federation (WGIF) to bring a new and exciting Show. The Illinois Landscape
The Community Associations Institute Conference & Exposition is coming soon!
Kramer Tree Specialists is looking forward to exhibiting in the 32nd annual Community Associations Institute (CAI) Conference & Exposition, January 31st-February 1st at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in
Tip of the Week – What’s That Tree?
Winter tree identification requires knowledge and careful study. While it’s easy to distinguish between an evergreen and deciduous tree in the winter, it is much more difficult to differentiate between
Reduce Winter Woes with a Winter Garden
Winter may seem dreary and dull, but it allows trees and shrubs to reveal distinct features that are otherwise hidden by foliage. Brightly colored twigs, weeping branches and interesting bark
Tip of the Week – Dead Ash Tree?
Illinois Ash trees have been hit hard by the Emerald Ash Borer. Entire communities have been devastated by the damage. While treatment options are available, many Ash trees are past
ISA and TCIA address concerns raised by Big Bad Wood
A couple weeks ago the KTS blog informed readers of an issue surrounding the National Geographic Channel television show Big Bad Wood. It is a reality program centered on
The International Society of Arboriculture defends Tree Care Professionals
“Big Bad Wood”, a television show appearing on the National Geographic Channel is a reality program centered on the dangers of tree work. Rather than highlighting tree work performed by
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