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 recommendations is the option to receive a 5% discount when the authorized applications are paid by check or credit card. We are fast approaching the discount […]
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 salt used can damage trees and shrubs near the street. Symptoms of salt damage on plants include “leaf scorch” around the leaf margins on a […]
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 the gold medal. The United States team competed against Russia, beating them to win the gold. Click here for more information on Brody Roybal and […]
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 also a variety of situations that may arise. It’s important to keep the health of the tree in mind when deciding to plant or transplant. […]
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 of breeding it with silk moths. Because the two moths are not in the same insect family, creating a new breed was impossible. Unfortunately the […]
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 everywhere. Birds begin singing and color brightens the landscape. This may take the shape of delicate blooms pushing their way through the snow or shrub […]
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 KTS offers a variety of payment options to make paying for the care of your landscape easy! In addition to calling us directly, KTS also […]
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 Terrace. Over 83 exhibitors feature products and services needed by property managers and building engineers. In addition to exhibits, there are networking and entertainment opportunities, […]
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 splits and openings in the tree, some big enough for a hand to fit through. Unfortunately this also makes the tree more susceptible to cankers […]
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 ever to care for your trees and shrubs. The PHC Department has begun emailing 2014 proposals to commercial clients. Residential clients will receive their proposals […]
