House Call: A 250 Year-Old Patient!
They don’t call Rockford the Forest City for nothing. If you’ve been to the corner of Alpine and Spring Creek Roads you’ve seen one of our most spectacular residents: a 250 year-old Burr Oak. But even a great Oak starts to feel its age.
Tree Care’s arborists work develop an anti-aging program for the big Burr, involving the strategic pruning of dead wood, and the use of a cambistat tree growth regulator to gently and predictably slow growth…
Better yet, Tree Care provided these preservation efforts free of charge as a gift to “The Forest City.”
Concerned About a Sick or Dying Tree?
When it comes to tree disease, early detection makes all the difference. If you’ve noticed changes in your tree’s appearance or health, a professional assessment can help prevent further damage and protect your property.
- Discolored or spotted leaves
- Unusual leaf drop or thinning canopy
- Cracks, cavities, or soft wood
- Fungal growth near the base
- Leaning or structural instability
If you're seeing any of these warning signs, it's time to have your trees evaluated by a trained professional.