Tree of the Week – Norway Spruce
Picea abies, common name, Norway Spruce, is a beautiful confier that is native to Europe. Norway Spruce is commonly found throughout the United States. This tree is an evergreen with a pyramidal shape that tolerates a variety of different soil types. It’s dark green needles and drooping branches make it a beautiful addition to your […]
Planting & Watering Practices For Your New Tree
Spring is a time of year when tree planting comes to the forefront of many people’s minds. Arbor Day is April 28th and with that and other events in the Spring, come tree giveaways or discounted trees. If you are reading this before May 20th, 2023, come find our booth at Blooming Fest in West […]
Competitive Tree Climbing
Competitive tree climbing has helped mold our industry over many years, actually decades. It all started in the late 70’s and was molded after what was called the Lineman Rodeo. That event was put on by utility companies and the competition was an aerial rescue on a utility pole. Line clearance tree trimers got wind […]
Leaves A Critical Component of Our Urban Forest
The natural process of seasonal leaf fall is a critical component to the ecological cycle in our urban forests. The trees go dormant in the colder season and conserve energy, resulting in this process called senescence. Leaves are a critical building block for many other areas of the ecosystem while providing essential benefits. Those benefits […]
2021 Renewals are OUT!
After these past weekends of endless snow shoveling and freezing temperatures, it might be hard to believe that Spring is around the corner but, we are in luck. Woodstock Willie is just as ready for Spring as we are. The first sign that Spring is coming was confirmed by Mr. Willie and we could not […]
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 3rd from 4-7 pm in downtown West Chicago. This fun, family-friendly event offers a variety of happenings sure to please all your family members. Whether […]
Celebrate the Season at Blooming Fest 2016!
West Chicago is preparing for the return of spring by celebrating the annual Blooming Fest. Come enjoy fun, family-friendly activities at this free admission event in downtown West Chicago. Blooming Fest 2016 is Saturday, May 21st. Blooming Fest activities this year includes collaboration with the West Chicago Cultural Arts Commission in presenting a special art […]
Come Celebrate the Season in West Chicago!
Frosty Fest returns to West Chicago and promises to offer holiday fun for all! Kramer Tree Specialists is excited to participate by providing the lighting and ornament decorations for the tree that will light up downtown West Chicago during the entire holiday season. Festivities begin Saturday, December 5th at 1:30 p.m. in downtown West Chicago. […]
Blooming Fest 2015!
Once again, West Chicago will celebrate spring and all the beauty it brings. Color and fun abounds at this year’s Blooming Fest on May 16th in downtown West Chicago. Admission is free for this family friendly event. Kick off the spring season right with healthy eating and a fitness plan. Healthy West Chicago is a […]
See What’s Blooming at the Blooming Fest 2014!
Once again, Kramer Tree Specialists is participating in the West Chicago Blooming Fest. This year the event is May 17th in downtown West Chicago. A new feature at this year’s event is a focus on cycling. Not only will there be an antique bicycle display, children are invited to participate in a bike parade and […]