When you are mulching around your trees this Spring, avoid the “mulch volcano”.  This is when the layer of mulch gets deeper the closer it gets to the tree.  Too much mulch around the base of a tree can inhibit water absorption to the roots, create a welcoming environment for rodent pests and diseases, … Continue reading How Much Mulch is Too Much?

K.C. Arborist is very honored to be working on the streets of Mission Hills, pruning the city trees, as we were awarded the Pruning Contract this year.  The City of Mission Hills has literally hundreds of trees that our crews will be caring for.  So if you are a Mission Hills resident, be sure to thank … Continue reading KC Arborist Awarded Contract with the City of Mission Hills

Fall is an excellent time to improve your trees growing environment. Did you know that there are at least 20 different elements that are essential to trees and plants? Although each element is beneficial in a specific way, the most important elements are often recognized as nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K). Very often … Continue reading Tree Health Care: Soil Care & Tree Nutrition

Boring Insects and Their Harmful Effects on Your Landscape. The crackle of a campfire and the smell of roasted marshmallows always seem to bring about a familiar summer feeling. As you select the next log to throw into the fire, you may find peculiar evidence of serpentine tunnels or large holes just beneath the brittle … Continue reading Bored to Death? Boring Insects and Their Harmful Effects on Your Landscape

Winter’s heavy snow and ice, as well as frozen soil conditions can damage trees and shrubs. Even areas without major snowfall experience high winds and fluctuations in temperatures, causing serious stress for cherished landscapes. On sunny days in the winter, the tree’s trunk and main limbs can warm to 15 degrees higher than the air … Continue reading Winter Stresses on Trees & Shrubs