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Bradford pears ( Pyrus calleryana ‘Bradford’ ) were once planted widely across Kalamazoo, Portage, and other Southwest Michigan neighborhoods for their fast growth and heavy spring blooms. While attractive in their early years, these trees come with well-documented structural weaknesses and a high susceptibility to fire blight—a destructive bacterial disease that can rapidly kill branches and, in severe cases, entire trees. Fire blight is caused by Erwinia amylovora , a bacte

Spongy moths, formerly known as gypsy moths, are an invasive insect that can cause serious damage to Michigan trees and forests. The greatest harm occurs during the caterpillar stage, when larvae feed heavily on leaves in spring and early summer. Repeated infestations can weaken trees and leave them vulnerable to additional issues. Spongy moth caterpillars feed on the leaves of many common tree species, including oak, maple, birch, willow, and aspen. During an outbreak, they

When your trees need attention, it can be tempting to hire the cheapest option—or attempt the work yourself. But professional arborist services offer a level of expertise, safety, and accountability that casual tree work simply cannot match. Hiring a reputable company is an investment in the long-term health of your landscape and the protection of your property. The Value of Professional Expertise and Education A true arborist is a trained tree care professional. They don’

If you have mature trees around your home, they add beauty, shade, and character to your property — but they can also pose risks if they’re not properly inspected and maintained. Many homeowners assume their trees are healthy until a limb fails or a storm hits. The truth is, trees rarely fail without warning signs — you just have to know what to look for. At K&H Tree Service , our certified arborists specialize in identifying and mitigating those risks before they become haz

Trees are not just beautiful additions to your yard; they provide shade, improve air quality, and enhance the overall aesthetic of your property. However, as they grow, trees can develop structural weaknesses that pose a threat to their health, your property, and even personal safety. This is where cabling and bracing come into play. These techniques offer proactive solutions to support your tree’s structure, ensuring its longevity and safety. Here’s why you should consider c

Winter time is a great time to have your trees trimmed and removed by our on staff Arborists! Take advantage of your tree(s) dormancy and provide a better foundation for next spring by improving the branching pattern and directing future growth in the appropriate direction. Some additional benefits include: -  A more precise prune is possible during the dormant season. -  Dormant pruning helps support disease management, pruning in warmer spring and summer temps can cause cer