Tree Healthcare
Tree Services of Omaha is a full service tree care provider
that offers a wide range of arborist services.
What is Tree Healthcare?
Tree healthcare is important for all trees, especially those that grow in an urban environment. It is important to assess your trees to ensure they are not diseased, infested with pests, or lacking important nutrients. Chemical applications are typically needed in most situations. However, simple tree pruning can also offer a solution to some issues. Our skilled Omaha arborist can make recommendations to keep the trees on your property healthy and beautiful.
Tree Care in Omaha, NE
Healthy trees don’t just happen, they need regular care to thrive in Omaha’s challenging climate. At Tree Services of Omaha, we provide year-round tree healthcare solutions to keep your trees strong, beautiful, and safe. From routine assessments to treatments for disease, pests, or nutrient deficiencies, our certified arborists use the latest techniques and equipment to give your trees the expert care they deserve.
Whether your goal is to preserve mature trees, address health concerns, or safely remove a tree, when necessary, we’re here to help. With our tailored tree care services, you can enjoy vibrant, healthy trees that enhance your property for years to come.
Iron Injections for Chlorosis Treatment
Notice your tree’s leaves turning light green or yellow? It could be suffering from chlorosis, a common issue in Omaha caused by nutrient deficiencies, compacted soil, poor drainage, or improper soil pH. These conditions prevent the tree from absorbing enough iron or magnesium, which are essential for producing chlorophyll and keeping leaves healthy and green.
In the Omaha Metro area, birch and oak trees are especially susceptible to chlorosis. Left untreated, this condition can stress your tree over time, leading to stunted growth, thinning canopies, or even dieback of branches.
At Tree Services of Omaha, our certified arborists offer systemic iron injections as an effective treatment for chlorosis. This process delivers vital nutrients directly to your tree’s vascular system, helping restore its vibrant color and improve overall health.
Since we can’t permanently change your soil’s pH on a large scale (natural water runoff tends to wash away amendments), these treatments are typically needed annually to maintain results. For property owners planning new landscaping, we also recommend choosing tree and shrub species that match your soil’s pH for long-term success.
Disease Management
There are many types of fungi that can invade trees. Spots on the leaves (brown/black/red) are indicators that the tree is suffering from a disease. Most fungi can be treated, by either spraying or systemic injections.
Early detection is key when managing tree diseases. In addition to leaf spots, other signs such as wilting, dieback, or cankers on the trunk or branches may indicate a more advanced issue. Tree diseases often spread through spores, making quick identification and treatment important to protect surrounding trees and plants. Seasonal evaluations and proper pruning techniques can also help limit the risk of infection. While some diseases are treatable, others may require long-term monitoring or removal of the affected tree to prevent further spread.
What We do:
- Diagnose tree diseases early and accurately.
- Prune to remove diseased limbs.
- Apply targeted treatments like sprays or injections.
- Advise removal if the tree cannot be saved.
Reach out to your local arborist to see what is the best course of action for your trees.
What to Look for in a Sick or Stressed Tree
Trees don’t always show obvious signs when something’s wrong, but early detection is key. Here are some common symptoms that could mean your tree is diseased, nutrient-deficient, or under stress:
Yellowing or pale leaves
Peeling bark or cracks
Dead branches or sparse canopy
Mushrooms or fungal growth at the base
Oozing sap or unusual sores
Insecticide Treatments
Insects can cause significant damage to a tree, especially boring insects and invasive nematodes. These insects can disrupt how that tree is able to transport water, which can lead to wilting or dieback. Our certified arborists in Omaha use methods like trunk injections, soil drenches, and targeted sprays to deliver systemic insecticides directly into the tree’s vascular system, ensuring fast and effective protection against harmful pests.
Treatments vary based on the insect species, timing, and severity of infestation; regular inspections and timely interventions can prevent the loss of valuable trees and minimize risks to the surrounding landscape.
*Tree Service of Omaha certified arborists do not offer treatment for bagworms.
Insects to Watch Out For in Omaha, NE
Omaha trees face threats from a variety of destructive insects, many of which are drawn to stressed or weakened trees:
Emerald Ash Borer
Agrilus planipennis
A highly destructive pest that targets ash trees. The larvae burrow into the tree, cutting off nutrient flow and causing eventual tree death.
Learn more about Emerald Ash Borer »
Pine False Webworm
Acantholyda erythrocephala
Larvae feed on pine needles and create webbed shelters. Large infestations can defoliate pines, leaving them vulnerable to secondary pests and diseases.
Japanese beetle
Popillia japonica
Adult beetles skeletonize leaves on a wide range of tree species. Their feeding weakens trees and reduces aesthetic value in summer.
Spongy Moth
Lymantria dispar
A known defoliator of oaks and other hardwoods. Larvae can completely strip trees of foliage, causing long-term stress and decline.
Soil Health and Root Zone Services
Healthy trees depend on optimal soil conditions and thriving root systems that extend far beyond what’s visible above ground. Tree Services of Omaha provides specialized soil and root zone services that address the complete growing environment around your trees.
Air Spade Root Zone Therapy
Using compressed air technology, we gently excavate soil around root systems to identify problems like girdling roots, soil compaction, and fungal infections. We then remove problematic roots and restore healthy growing conditions for optimal tree performance.
Soil Enhancement and Amendment
We produce custom mulch from local hardwood that adds valuable organic matter to your soil. Our soil blends and compost applications improve drainage, nutrient availability, and create the ideal environment for beneficial microorganisms that support tree health.
Complete Soil Management
Our comprehensive approach includes debris removal, proper mulch application, pre-emergent weed control, and seasonal soil preparation. We assess your soil conditions and recommend targeted improvements that promote stronger root systems and healthier trees.
Tree Services of Omaha proudly serves:
We provide tree services in Omaha, NE and surrounding communities including: Bellevue, Gretna, Ralston, Bennington, Millard, Elkhorn, La Vista, Papillion, Blair, and Fort Calhoun.