Blog

Craine carrying mulch
Blossoming Crab Apple Tree in the spring

Crab Apple Sprays: Protecting Your Trees from Apple Scab

With spring just around the corner in Illinois, it’s time to start thinking about how to protect your crab apple trees from seasonal threats. One ...
Read More
Daylight Savings 2025

How Trees Adapt to Daylight Savings Time

Daylight saving time (DST) may be a frustrating adjustment for humans, but for trees, the shift in our clocks means nothing. However, the underlying reason ...
Read More
Group of bats (flying foxes) resting on branches in Sri Lanka

Understanding Bat Tree Season

As March rolls around, Homer Tree Service enters the final and busiest month of bat tree season. If you’ve never heard of bat tree season, ...
Read More
landscape mulchh 1

Why Trees Love Mulch

As mulch season approaches, now is the perfect time to refresh your landscape and give your trees the care they deserve. Mulch isn’t just about ...
Read More
Dormant Pruning

Dormant Pruning: The Best Time to Prune Your Trees

Pruning is an essential practice for maintaining tree health, enhancing structural integrity, and promoting aesthetic appeal. While tree pruning can be done at various times ...
Read More
cicada 1

2025 Cicadas: Brood XIV Emerges

While Chicagoland may have a quiet summer in terms of cicadas, our fellow Midwestern neighbors are preparing for a unique natural spectacle. Brood XIV of ...
Read More

Request a Quote

Request a Free Quote