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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....