by Cody | Last updated Oct 17, 2025
If you’ve noticed strange, cotton-like masses clinging to the branches or leaves of your trees, on your car, or in your yard, you’re not alone. In Houston’s hot and humid climate, these fuzzy clumps are often a sign of a woolly aphid infestation.... 
by Cody | Last updated Aug 6, 2025
Tree compartmentalization, aka compartmentalization of decay in trees (CODIT) is the process by which a tree grows new cells to surround a wounded or diseased branch, essentially isolating it from the rest of the tree. Understanding this self-healing superpower... 
by Cody | Last updated Jul 3, 2025
Why Commercial Stump Grinding and Removal Matters For commercial property owners, property managers, and property developers the appearance, safety, and functionality of their outdoor spaces are paramount. While tree removal often addresses an immediate need, the... 
by Cody | Last updated May 12, 2025
It’s almost late spring, and that means it’s time to start preparing for hurricane season. Last May we had early MCS storm activity with 100mph straight line winds and destructive tornados that wreaked havoc in Cypress, Katy, and Houston, Texas. The storm was a... 
by Cody | Last updated May 9, 2025
Well folks, if you’ve lived in Southeast Texas for any length of time, you know what’s coming: long, hot summers punctuated by periods of little to no rain. Our beloved trees, the green lungs of our landscapes here in the Houston area and across the... 
by Cody | Last updated Sep 3, 2025
In the Southeast Texas Houston area our native trees have to endure countless threats from hurricanes, high winds, drought, excessive heat, and excessive cold. It’s imperative to implement meticulous tree care practices to ensure the health and longevity of your... 
by Cody | Last updated Nov 15, 2024
As a homeowner or property manager, you may need professional tree services at some point. When that time comes, it’s important to understand the different methods arborists use to access and work on trees. Two primary options exist: traditional tree climbing... 
by Cody | Last updated May 17, 2024
For many, the image of a tree care worker conjures up a peaceful scene: a skilled professional communing with nature, expertly pruning branches and maintaining the beauty of our urban landscapes. But behind the serene facade lies a reality fraught with danger.... 
by Cody | Last updated Feb 27, 2024
The warm embrace of spring in the east Texas areas of Katy and Houston is a signal that it’s time to revitalize, trim, and schedule maintenance for your trees. It’s also an early warning sign to prepare your trees for the sweltering summer months ahead and... 
by Jennifer Long | Last updated Oct 20, 2023
If you’ve ever wondered how dangerous a career in tree care can be, chances are you never knew just how perilous. Tree care workers have a fatality rate fifteen times higher than all other industries. Compared with other industrial industries tree service company... by Jennifer Long | Last updated Sep 13, 2023
Bring the whole family out to see Cody’s Live Chainsaw Carving Demo event Saturday, November 4, 2023 from 10:30-11:30am at Turquoise Acres Ranch. Tickets are $10, kids 2 & under are free (including hand feeding longhorns). See the details and link to get... 
by Jennifer Long | Last updated Jan 2, 2025
In the realm of arboriculture, the act of cutting down a tree is a significant decision that goes beyond the visible aspects of the tree itself. Felling, aka cutting down a tree, causes its complex and intricate root system to undergo a series of transformations that... 
by Cody | Last updated Sep 3, 2025
The process of selecting the right trees that are suitable for our climate, soil, and heat is crucial for their health and survival. Houston’s climate is characterized by its heat, humidty, rain, mild winters, and occasional “rain events”. These... 
by Jennifer Long | Last updated Sep 3, 2025
The city of Katy recently issued mandatory water restrictions for Katy residents after David Kasper, city engineer, wrote a letter citing unprecedented well depletion and urging the city administrator take action on August 5, 2022. The city administrator, Byron... 
by Jennifer Long | Last updated Sep 3, 2025
A tree disease called laurel wilt is killing trees across the Houston area and so far scientists have been unable to find a cure. The tree disease is spread from touching tree roots, but the biggest catalyst igniting the spread of Laurel Wilt is the red bay ambrosia... 
by Jennifer Long | Last updated Jun 20, 2022
Did you notice unusual growth or parasites on your trees? We’re going to share the most common tree problems to look out for in Southeast Texas and what you should do if you notice any warning signs of illness or other issues. But first, let us tell you a little bit... 
by Jennifer Long | Last updated Aug 30, 2023
Did Your Oak Tree Drop a Ton of Acorns this Fall? Every two to five years oak trees have a mast year during which they produce an unusually large number of acorns. Other nut-bearing trees that are common in forests like pecan trees and walnut trees also have mast... 
by Jennifer Long | Last updated Jan 2, 2025
Did you know that trees should not be trimmed or serviced by a regular landscaping company? Though not intentional there are many mistakes landscaping companies make that can permanently damage or injure your trees. Our ISA Certified Arborists drive around to... by Jennifer Long | Last updated Sep 3, 2025
Businesses and homeowners pay billions of dollars every year because of storm damage involving trees. So far the Houston, Texas area and Old Katy have survived the 2021 hurricane season mostly unscathed. But there are still almost four months left before the end of... 
by Jennifer Long | Last updated Jan 2, 2025
Caring for trees comes naturally to an arborist, but most of us scour the web and try to make a DIY diagnosis. If you want to know why your trees aren’t growing properly or why they they look sick, you should call an ISA Certified Arborist like Cody’s Tree... by Jennifer Long | Last updated Jan 2, 2025
A dead tree can be a very dangerous thing. If the tree is in your yard, you have to worry about it falling over and hurting someone. That’s the worst-case scenario, but we’ll explain everything you need to know about dead tree removal so you can make the best... 
by Jennifer Long | Last updated Jan 2, 2025
Despite what many people think about lichens their mutualistic relationship can become lopsided and harm your tree if not closely monitored. Is the bark on your trees lacking its usual luster? Have little leafy, cabbage leaf-looking growths have started spreading... 