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Come Learn About Careers at Kramer Tree
On June 15th we will be hosting our inaugural career day at Kramer Tree Specialists. This will be a great opportunity for not only those interested in a career at
Dyed Mulch Products – Are they safe and why do people like them?
We often get questions from our clients about what it is that we use for our dyed mulch products and if it is safe or not for their pets, family,
The Importance of Certifications
It can be overwhelming when it comes to selecting a contractor for your next home project. Especially when it is for a service that you may not have much knowledge
Oak and Elm Pruning – Why do I have to prune them in the dormant season?
Oaks and Elms are some of the most beautiful trees that we have in our landscapes here in the Midwest and throughout many parts of the world. Protecting and managing
Wide World of Arboriculture
In many social circles, the term arboriculture is often unknown. In my experience, I am lucky if half the people in an average conversation even know what the term means.
Spring Has Sprung – 2019 Plant Health Care Renewals are in the mail!
There may still be snow on the ground and a cold nip in the air, but Spring is certainly coming soon! Us Chicagoans have endured a long hard winter and
Ice on my branches!
It is very tempting to want to remove ice or snow accumulation on your tree branches or shrubs. It’s almost as tempting as it is to pop the bubble packaging
It’s Winter: Should Tree Care Hibernate too?
I don’t believe I’ve ever met anyone who doesn’t like the fall season in some way. Temperatures are cooling, pesky insects are slowly going away, and of course trees are
New Year’s Resolutions for Your Trees!
Today is the final day of 2018 and many resolutions are being made for the upcoming new year. Maintaining good health and wellness are always great, but don’t forget about
Wood Decay Fungi
Ever noticed something like this on your tree? It is the fruiting body (reproductive portion) of a wood decay fungi. You often hear these called conks, bracket or shelf fungi.
DIY or Hire a Professional?
With home ownership comes the responsibility of caring for the home, both inside and out. Many small tasks can easily be accomplished by the home owner and don’t require the
Arbor-Culture: Traveling
My career as a climbing arborist has given me many opportunities to meet people from all over the US, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Being a competitor and a volunteer
With Autumn comes Holiday Lighting
Amazingly enough, it is the time of year we begin to send out our holiday lighting proposals and some of our larger installations have already begun! It has been a
Why are there giant cobwebs in my tree?
You may think your tree somehow magically became decorated for Halloween a little earlier than expected, but in all actuality, you likely have tent caterpillars. There are two types of
Why is my tree’s leaves changing color before the Fall?
The vibrant sea of reds, yellows and oranges in the Fall season is one of the best nature scenes of the year. The beautiful colors are a major draw for
Building a new deck? Don’t forget about your trees
Summer is the time of year that we get the chance to do that outdoor construction project we’ve been dreaming of. Adding that new deck onto the house or redesigning
Arbor-Culture Blog: Supporting Your Local Shelter
For years, KTS has been fully engaged in charitable contributions to local organizations. To help those in need is a feeling that is difficult to describe. Whether it be, food,
Tree of the Week – Hackberry
Hackberry, an awesome tree that does very well in our area and is an easier one to learn identification of for the dendrologists out there! Look for the raised bark
Tree of the Week – Making a Comeback!
Cercis canadensis, commonly known as Eastern Redbud, is naturally found growing in the eastern region of United States growing in well-drained, organic-rich, moist soil types. This tree naturally grows as
You Love that Tree, but is it Time to say Goodbye?
Many of us have fond memories of certain trees that are special to us. Trees are living things that give us much more than typical tree functions, such as shade
How to Mulch your Trees and Landscape Beds
Proper mulching of your trees and landscape is essential to the prolonged health and vigor of your plants. There are a variety of mulch products out there to choose from
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