Tree Identification in West Michigan

With the fall colors around the corner, you may be wondering how we can tell what type of trees we are working with. Even in the summer, and spring, how do you identify the trees you are looking at? Of course there are apps you can use to help identify trees. However,...
Spotted Lanternfly in Michigan

Spotted Lanternfly in Michigan

Spotted Lanternfly is officially in Michigan. The first case has been confirmed in Oakland County, near Pontiac. We have time before it most likely reaches Grand Rapids, but not long. Here we will discuss all you need to know about Spotted Lanternfly.  What is...

Beech Leaf Disease

Michigan got some shocking news right after the recent holiday. Beech Leaf Disease is officially in Michigan. It was first spotted in St. Clair County. Here in Kent and the surrounding counties, it hasn’t been spotted yet, but that isn’t to say it won’t be here...
Girdling Roots

Girdling Roots

Lately, we have been getting a lot of questions about what might be wrong with my tree. And the answer has been girdling roots. Why is that? What are girdling roots? Should we be concerned about them? Let’s go over it!  What are Girdling Roots?  Girdling...

Sassafras Longevity

The Sassafras albidum, or more commonly known as just Sassafras, is a central Michigan Native who has wonderful pros, however, it can end up being a hassle more than a beauty. Sassafras Background: An admiring feature of the Sassafras is its colorful display in the...
Tree Removal

Tree Removal

We often get asked how tree removal works, or rather the process of tree removal. There are many ways that tree removals can take place, and it all starts at the quotation level.  Tree Removal Quotation:  Having a knowledgeable tree expert look at the...