Can a Tree Recover From Severe Drought Stress? | Big Chipper
Tree Care, Tree Health

Can a Tree Recover From Severe Drought Stress? | Big Chipper

Key Takeaways Trees can recover from moderate drought stress, but severe or prolonged drought can cause permanent damage or death. Early drought symptoms include wilting, leaf scorch, premature leaf drop, and reduced shoot growth. Recovery depends on the tree’s species, age, overall health, and how long drought conditions persisted. Proper watering, mulching, and reduced stress […]

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Why Arborists Don’t Recommend Tree Topping
Tree Pruning

Why Arborists Don’t Recommend Tree Topping

Key Takeaways Tree topping removes 50-100% of a tree’s leaf-bearing canopy, creating severe energy deficits and stress responses. Topped trees produce fast-growing water sprouts that are weakly attached and far more likely to fail in storms. Large topping wounds heal poorly, inviting decay organisms, insects, and disease for years after the initial cuts. ANSI A300 […]

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10 Common Causes of Tree Damage in Grand Rapids, MI
Tree Care Tips, Tree Health

10 Common Causes of Tree Damage in Grand Rapids, MI

Key Takeaways Grand Rapids trees face a mix of West Michigan winter storms, freeze-thaw cycles, invasive pests, and heavy lake-effect snow loads. Emerald ash borer has already devastated much of the region’s ash tree population and remains an active threat to untreated trees. Improper pruning and topping are common, preventable causes of long-term structural weakness […]

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What a Tree Company Notices That Most Homeowners Don’t
Tree Care Tips, Tree Health, Tree Risk & Maintenance

What a Tree Company Notices That Most Homeowners Don’t

Key Takeaways Trained crews assess a tree’s structure, root zone, and surroundings together, rather than judging its health solely by the appearance of the canopy. Small details such as fungal growth, included bark, girdling roots, and hairline cracks can point to larger problems. A tree can look completely healthy while carrying internal decay or structural […]

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