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Tree care, storm prep, and what we’ve learned working on Springfield-area properties.
What Type of Stump Removal is Best
I used to leave the stump when I removed a tree from my yard – I thought I would just leave nature to take its course. But the problem with that was that stumps are surprisingly…
What’s the Difference Between Landscapers and Arborists
On the surface, there are some commonalities to be had. Both are of the outdoorsman variety, and they work with plants for the good of your property. Do not let the apparent…
Elm Tree Care in Missouri
One need only look at the Missouri landscape to see the elm’s lasting mark.
Trufast Tree Service Is Springfield, MO’s Top-Rated Tree Service Company for the 7th Year Running
For the 7th year in a row, ThreeBestRated has named Trufast one of Springfield's top three tree services. Here is why that one is worth mentioning.
The Best Swimming Holes in Missouri
We occasionally take time off from cutting trees, and were inspired by a quick trip we took to Pomme de Terre lake last weekend to find a good swimming hole.
Late Winter Pruning
We appear to be rounding the corner into spring a bit early here in SW Missouri. That puts us into the late stages of availability for late winter pruning. Many trees benefit from…
Why Not Pruning Sealer?
The average person who hasn’t been confronted with information about how trees compartmentalize their ‘wounds’, it would be a pretty natural reaction to be concerned about all of…
DIY STUMP REMOVAL
What do you do after the tree is gone, and all that is left is a stump that might take years, even decades to rot away at nature’s speed? While you could have us grind the stump…
Your 2019 Winter Storm Readiness Checklist
Winter storms are a common occurrence in southwest Missouri, perhaps not ones of the magnitude of the ice storm of ’07, but we’re likely to have some sort of winter weather every…
Why is it Better to Trim my Trees in the Winter?
You might heard that pruning during late winter is better for your trees. In this post, we’re going to explore some of the reasons for this with you, as well as some exceptions…