Do You Need a Permit to Remove a Live Oak in Jackson?
Permits and Regulations, Tree Care Tips, Tree Health, Tree Removal

Do You Need a Permit to Remove a Live Oak in Jackson?

Key Takeaways Live Oaks are often considered significant or protected trees under Jackson’s local ordinances. Permit requirements typically depend on tree size, condition, and location. Hazardous or storm-damaged trees may qualify for exemption but usually require documentation. Removing a protected tree without approval can result in fines or mitigation requirements. Live Oaks are one of […]

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Crepe Myrtle Care in Jackson: Avoiding “Crepe Murder” With Proper Local Pruning
Tree Care Tips, Tree Health, Tree Safety Management, Tree Trimming

Crepe Myrtle Care in Jackson: Avoiding “Crepe Murder” With Proper Local Pruning

Proper crepe myrtle care in Jackson starts with one rule: stop topping your trees. The widespread practice known as “crepe murder,” cutting crepe myrtles back to thick stubs every winter, weakens the tree, ruins its natural shape, produces weak weeping branches, and creates ugly knobs that get worse every year. Done correctly, crepe myrtle pruning […]

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The Best Shade Trees for Jackson Yards: Native Species That Thrive in Humidity
Storm Preparation, Tree Health, Tree Selection & Planting

The Best Shade Trees for Jackson Yards: Native Species That Thrive in Humidity

The best shade trees for Jackson yards are native species built for central Mississippi’s heat, humidity, and clay soils: Southern Live Oak, Bald Cypress, Southern Magnolia, Red Maple, Sweetgum, American Beech, Tulip Poplar, and Willow Oak. These trees have evolved alongside Jackson’s climate for thousands of years, which means they handle the punishing summers, sudden […]

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