Willow Trees of the Chicago Area
This week, we are picking back up with our series on the native trees of Chicagoland. We have so far covered the oak tree, dogwood, ash tree, and sassafras, and in this installment, we will cover the willow tree. Willow trees are among the most recognizable trees in the Chicago area with their long, drooping branches and distinct catkin flowers. There are over 400 species of willow trees, most of which are found in North America. This unique tree has been the subject of fascination since ancient times as willow trees are important symbols...
read moreBest Summer Shade Trees for Landscaping a Chicagoland Yard
Even though it seemed like it would never happen, we are finally experiencing summer weather here in the Chicago area! The start of the summer may officially be two weeks away, but to us in the Midwest, the summer starts once we reach June. The weather throughout Chicagoland has appeared to finally stabilize and we have already experienced several days of temperatures up into the 90s. As we know too well, the summers in Chicago can get pretty hot and rather uncomfortable. One way you can keep your property cooler through the summer is by...
read moreSassafras Trees Native to Chicagoland Illinois
This week’s installment of our series on the native trees of the Chicago area highlights the sassafras tree. Sassafras trees have a stunning appearance both in season and in the fall because of their white flowers that bloom in the spring and the vibrant yellows, oranges, and reds of its leaves in the fall. One of the most defining characteristics of the sassafras tree is the aromas that come from all parts of the tree, including the leaves and branches. People have long used sassafras roots, leaves, and fruits for a variety of culinary...
read moreThe Saga of Native Illinois Ash Trees
This week, we continue our ongoing series of Chicago’s native trees by highlighting the ash tree. The ash tree has somewhat of a tragic tale in the Chicago area. This tall, flowering tree has long had a strong presence throughout Illinois, but the introduction of the emerald ash borer has decimated the ash tree population. The state of Illinois even had a quarantine on ash trees to restrict the movement of the trees and firewood cut from ash to help curb the emerald ash borer outbreak. This quarantine was started in 2007 but lifted in...
read moreDogwood Trees Native to Illinois
To continue our ongoing series highlighting the native trees in the Chicago region, we will cover the dogwood tree. Dogwood trees are found throughout the Chicago area because they are a very popular ornamental tree. Most species of dogwood have stunning flowers that bloom early in the spring and in the fall, the green leaves turn to brilliant purples and reds. Dogwoods are also small to medium sized trees and do not need a lot of space to grow. The fall colors and flowers of the dogwood, along with its ability to grow in smaller spaces,...
read moreThe Mighty Oak: Oak Trees of the Chicago Region
At Hendricksen Tree Care, we are not only professional arborists, but also tree enthusiasts who are dedicated to caring for the many types of trees found throughout the Chicago area. For the first feature of our blog series highlighting the many different trees of Chicago, we start with the mighty oak tree. The oak tree has a long history in the Chicago area. Before Chicago was established and developed as a city, oak trees were by far the most common type of tree in the area. There are twenty species of oak tree that are native to...
read moreCommon Types of Trees in Chicago, IL & Northwest Suburbs
The spring season is an exciting time in the Chicago area because residents are treated to warmer weather, more hours of sunlight, and blooming trees and flowers all at once. Now that the spring weather has finally arrived in Chicago, residents can expect to see the flowers and foliage of our trees and shrubs fill out over the next several weeks. One of the many unique characteristics about Chicago that makes it such a great city is the expansive urban forestry throughout the city and its suburbs, and the wide diversity of tree species it...
read moreTypes of Flowering Trees You Will See this Spring in the Chicago Area
Even though the winter seems to be stubborn about leaving the Chicago area, we have indeed reached the spring season. People in the Midwest are always excited when spring arrives because it means the end of the long, dull, and freezing winter and that start of warmer temperatures and fresh spring colors as trees, shrubs, and flowers begin to bloom. Let’s hope that we are experiencing the last breath of winter so that we can start to see and enjoy the beautiful spring colors throughout the city of Chicago and its suburbs. In the coming...
read moreGuide for Tree Cutting Safety
Trees are always an excellent addition, and often a main focal point, in residential yards and public landscapes. They add natural beauty and shade to any outside space and are generally a positive presence on your property. Because trees are living organisms, they are susceptible to diseases and insect infestations that can result in extensive damage. Trees are also vulnerable to sustaining structural damage from severe storms that include heavy wind, rain, snow, or hail. There are many instances when professional arborists like those at...
read moreChanging Plants to Match a Changing Climate
The weather in the Chicago area can be extremely volatile. Between the Canadian arctic air, Lake Michigan wind chills, cold and damp springs, and hot summers, it sometimes makes me wonder why I still live here. If the wild changes in weather are difficult for us to deal with, it is also difficult for the trees that we care for. I enjoy the different seasons of the Chicago area. In the beginning of March, it snowed just a couple more times, covering the trees and letting us know that winter doesn’t officially end until March 20. From the...
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