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 a diverse collection of native fruit and nut-bearing trees that have been depleted for fuel and used as building materials. This has produced an abundance […]
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 in the Chicago area. Kramer Tree Specialists is excited to participate as an exhibitor in the Show. The Show features products and services designed to […]
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 trees would face in a forested area. Urban Forestry manages the trees in and around cities and suburban areas. It requires attention to issues not […]
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 Contractors Association (ILCA) and the WGIF merged their attendees and exhibitors under one roof, for one amazing event! Over 300 exhibitors are displaying the latest […]
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 Rosemont. KTS is exhibiting at the Expo, along with a variety of building and home-related service companies. CAI Expo features include educational sessions and extensive […]
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 specific varieties and species, especially when a deciduous tree has lost its leaves. In the winter, a Certified Arborist uses other clues, besides leaves, to […]
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 texture are just a few examples of the unexpected pleasure a landscape can provide in winter months. A mix of deciduous and evergreen trees and […]
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 this point and are no longer good candidates for treatment, especially if they haven’t been previously treated. It would be best to consult a Certified […]
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 dangers of tree work. Rather than highlighting tree work performed by professionals using industry safety standards, it glorifies dangerous situations when proper precautions aren’t […]
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 professionals using industry safety standards, it glorifies dangerous situations when proper precautions aren’t taken. The International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) and the Tree Care Industry […]
