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How Far Apart To Plant Apple Trees in New Orleans, LA
Creating an orchard is a dream for many homeowners. Who wouldn't want to walk outside and be able to pick their own deliciously ripe and juicy apples? As idyllic as this sounds, growing hearty apple trees requires significant effort and planning. If you're wondering...
Why Is Your Tree’s Bark Turning Black?
Is your tree bark turning black? This can be a worrisome sign that something is amiss with your tree's health. Determining the culprit of this new symptom can help you understand the best method for revitalizing your tree. Benton Tree Service provides...
Common Tree Pruning Mistakes To Avoid
Periodic tree pruning is often an important step in preventing overgrowth and improving air and nutrient circulation to the lower leaves and branches. But going about it the wrong way can cause more harm than good. Learn a few tree pruning mistakes to avoid. To...
What Happens to Roots After Stump Grinding?
Tree and stump removal are among the most requested tree services in Metairie, LA. Cutting down a tree and grinding the remaining stump takes care of the vegetation above the ground, but what about the root system beneath it? Do tree roots die after stump grinding?...
Who Removes Trees After a Storm in Metairie, LA?
By Tim Benton, Louisiana Licensed Arborist | Last Updated: July 27, 2026 Metairie sits in one of the more storm-exposed stretches of the Gulf Coast, and every hurricane season brings the same question to homeowners' minds: who removes trees after a storm, and who is...
The Top Benefits of Trimming Trees
The trees in your yard add shade, beauty, and character to your property. Unfortunately, however, trees don’t stay healthy and strong on their own. Just like people need regular check-ups, trees also require regular care. Regular tree trimming in New Orleans, LA, is...
How to Choose a Tree Service in New Orleans, LA
By Tim Benton, Louisiana Licensed Arborist | Last Updated: July 27, 2026 New Orleans has no shortage of people willing to show up with a chainsaw and call themselves a tree service. The city's tree canopy, humid climate, and hurricane exposure mean there's real...
The Top Benefits of Trees for the Environment and Air Quality
We could not survive without trees. Besides providing oxygen, they help in ways that many people overlook when going about their daily routines. Below, our crew from Benton Tree Service explores the numerous benefits of trees,...
The Difference Between Stump Grinding and Stump Removal
By Tim Benton, Louisiana Licensed Arborist | Last Updated: July 27, 2026 If you've got a stump left behind after a tree comes down in New Orleans, you're facing a choice: grind it or remove it. The two are often confused, and they're priced and performed very...
Five Benefits of Mulching Trees in New Orleans, LA
New Orleans is synonymous with heat and humidity, and it’s not just visitors to the French Quarter who wilt under the extreme conditions. The trees in your yard can also feel the effects of the steamy climate, and they need a little TLC to look their best. Mulch is...
What To Do When a Tree Falls on Your New Orleans, LA, Home
By Tim Benton, Louisiana Licensed Arborist | Last Updated: July 27, 2026 A tree just fell on your New Orleans home, and right now the most useful thing anyone can tell you is: slow down, breathe, and work through this in order. Every year our crews get calls in the...
What’s the Difference Between Tree Trimming and Pruning?
Arborists usually offer tree trimming and pruning services, though homeowners often use the terms interchangeably. Is there a difference when it comes to tree pruning vs. trimming? As a leading provider of tree services in Covington, LA, Benton Tree Service is here to...
Why Are Curved Trees Dangerous in Metairie, LA?
If you have a curved tree on your property, you may view it as a quirky addition to your land or even a unique curb appeal statement. But have you ever considered that curved trees are dangerous? Curved trees may pose a hazard to your property. It’s important to have...
Four Signs of a Dying Tree You Shouldn’t Ignore
By Tim Benton, Louisiana Licensed Arborist | Last Updated: July 27, 2026 Some signs of a dying tree are obvious, like severe trunk damage or an active pest infestation. Others are easy to miss, and in a city with as much tree canopy as New Orleans, missing them can...
When to Trim Trees in South Louisiana: A Hurricane-Season Guide
By Tim Benton, Louisiana Licensed Arborist | Last Updated: July 27, 2026 Timing matters more for tree trimming in South Louisiana than in most of the country, because our trimming calendar has to work around two things most regions don't: a subtropical growing...
Best Low-Maintenance, Wind-Resistant Trees for New Orleans Yards
By Tim Benton, Louisiana Licensed Arborist | Last Updated: July 27, 2026 Picking the right tree for a New Orleans yard is not just about looks or how little pruning it needs. It is about whether that tree will still be standing, undamaged, after the next hurricane....
Live Oak Tree Care in New Orleans, LA: Complete Guide
Live oaks are iconic in New Orleans — but they need specialized care. Learn how to properly prune, water, and protect your live oak from pests, storm damage, ball moss, and local permit requirements. Expert tips from Benton Tree Service’s ISA-certified arborists.