September 17, 2026Tree Care Tips, Tree Health

How Mississippi’s Humid Climate Speeds Up Tree Decay and Weakens Wood

Key Takeaways Mississippi’s high humidity and heavy rainfall create ideal conditions for the fungi and bacteria that cause internal wood decay. Trees in the Jackson Metro area decay faster on average than trees in drier climates, even when they appear healthy on the outside. Poor drainage, dense clay soil, and standing water after storms all […]

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September 3, 2026Tree Care Tips, Tree Health

How to Decide Whether to Trim or Remove an Overgrown Tree

Key Takeaways An overgrown tree isn’t automatically a removal candidate; many can be brought back into a safe, healthy shape with the right pruning plan. The decision usually comes down to structural integrity, tree health, and how much correction the tree can realistically tolerate. Trees with sound trunks and roots but excessive canopy growth are […]

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September 2, 2026Tree Care Tips, Tree Health

Should You Remove a Tree With a Large Crack in the Trunk?

Key Takeaways A large trunk crack is one of the clearest signs of serious structural weakness in a tree and should never be ignored. Not every crack means immediate removal, but the size, depth, location, and cause of the crack all affect the risk level. Cracks near branch unions or extending into the root flare […]

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How Mississippi’s Humid Climate Speeds Up Tree Decay and Weakens Wood