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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
CTSP and Professional Improvements
The Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) is a national organization for commercial tree care companies. This organization began in 1938 as the National Arborist Association. Within the last 10 years,
Arbor-Culture: Balancing Act, part 2:
How does KTS keep balance? When we were developing a program, we knew the program needed to be simple to understand, visual and directly applied to every single team member.
Arbor-Culture: Balancing Act, part 1:
Balance is something every organization needs in order to be successful, whether that organization is a private tree care company, professional sports team or manufacturing corporation. A strong offense is
PHC on the Lookout: Beneficial Fall Applications
Are you noticing that your river birch, oak or red maple tree don’t look as lush as they normally do? Are the leaves showing fall colors already and starting to
International Tree Climbing Championship (ITCC)
Along with KTS, I have been involved in the ITCC for the last 25 years. It has been an incredible journey. The ITCC is hosted by the International Society of
PHC on the Lookout – Why is my Tree Yellow and it’s not the Fall Season?
The Plant Health Care Department has received many calls this spring regarding yellow leaves on trees. This is often determined to be chlorosis, which is when the leaf tissue yellows
Tip of the Week – Ticks on the Rise in 2017
Warm weather early this year and a mild winter in North Central Illinois has created the ideal situation for an increase in ticks this year. There has been a rise
Come Watch The Professionals Climb!
The Illinois Arborist Association is hosting the 2017 Tree Climbing Competition May 20th at Salt Creek Park in Wood Dale. Thirty climbers will compete in five different events that test
PHC on the Lookout – Boxwood Blight Hits the Area
A devastating fungal disease, boxwood blight has made its way into Illinois. First identified and confirmed in the United States in 2011, boxwood blight remained concentrated in the eastern part
Arbor-Culture – All Things New And Shiny
I have been involved in the tree industry as a climbing arborist for more than 25 years. The industry was much different when I started my career. We were taught
BOMA/Suburban Chicago 2017 EXPO Coming Soon!
The 2017 Office and Commercial Real Estate EXPO is February 23rd at the Drury Lane Conference Center in Oakbrook Terrace. The Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Suburban Chicago,
Come See Us at The Old House New House® Home Show!
Looking for something fun and exciting to do this weekend? The Old House New House® Home Show returns this weekend to the Pheasant Run Resort in Saint Charles. The Home
iLandscape™ Show returns for their 4th Year!
This year’s Show is shaping up to be more exciting than ever, with even more exhibitors, featured displays and thought-provoking speakers. The 4th annual iLandscape™ Show returns to the Renaissance
Tip of the Week – Winter Activity in the Garden
Snow falling quietly over trees and shrubs, burying perennials and putting an end to last minute fall season chores. The white blanket gently lies over the garden, putting everything to
Arbor-Culture – Winter Work
Yes, we work in the winter! I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been asked if we work in the winter. People are always shocked with my answer. They
Bring the Green In!
Boughs of holly, candy canes and visions of gifts under the tree. These are just a few things that help make the season merry and bright. With the holidays just
Tip of the Week – Choosing the Perfect Christmas Tree
Tinsel, lights, ornaments and candy canes are all wonderful Christmas tree decorating tools. But no matter how you decorate your live Christmas tree, it’s important to start with a tree
The Season is turning Frosty!
It’s that time of year again, temperatures are dropping and snow is in the forecast. Come celebrate the season in West Chicago at the 2016 Frosty Fest on Saturday, December
From our Family to Yours, Happy Thanksgiving!
Celebrating with family and friends is what makes Thanksgiving a special holiday. Traditions, both old and new are born from the time spent together with loved ones. Thanksgiving is also
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