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For the past three days, I have been up in Omaha completing my recertification for the updated Tree Risk Assessment Qual...
08/27/2026

For the past three days, I have been up in Omaha completing my recertification for the updated Tree Risk Assessment Qualification through the International Society of Arboriculture.

This is my second time having Skip Kincaid as my instructor, and I cannot say enough good things about him. There is something pretty special about learning from someone who helped develop the curriculum and who challenges you to think more deeply about trees, defects, risk, and the assumption that a tree should be removed simply because something is wrong with it.

I have been certified in tree risk assessment for more than five years now, but there is always value in sharpening the ax.

And if you know much about myLawn! Turf & Tree, you know that we are absolutely passionate about tree preservation whenever it is reasonable and responsible to do so.

That is one of the reasons this training means so much to me.

Over the last several years, Central Kansas has experienced significant wind events, drought, extreme heat, root disturbance, construction activity, and environmental stresses that have taken a toll on many of our mature trees.

One thing I really want people to understand is that a defect in a tree does not automatically make that tree dangerous, and it absolutely does not automatically mean the tree needs to be removed.

Some of the damage we see following major wind events may even have been reduced if structural concerns, defects, or changes around the tree had been identified and managed beforehand. Tree risk assessment is not only about looking at a damaged tree after a storm. It can also help identify concerns before failure occurs and determine whether reasonable mitigation can reduce risk while preserving the tree.

There absolutely are trees that present an unacceptable level of risk and truly need to come down. When the evidence tells us that, we will tell you.

Our job is not to convince you to keep a tree. Our job is not to convince you to remove one.

Our job is to evaluate what is actually there, explain what we are seeing, help you understand the level of risk, and present the options available so you can make an informed decision.

I have spoken with far too many people who were told their tree was dangerous and needed to be removed, only to discover through a more thorough assessment that the situation was much more nuanced and other reasonable options were available.

A proper tree risk assessment considers the tree, its structural defects, its health, the site where it is growing, what may have changed around it, the likelihood of failure, what could be impacted if failure occurs, and how serious those consequences could be.

From there, we can assign a risk rating and discuss reasonable mitigation options.

Sometimes that means pruning, reducing a portion of the canopy, improving the rooting environment, or monitoring the tree over time.

And yes, sometimes the right answer is removal.

But that decision should be based on a thoughtful assessment of the tree and the risk it actually presents, not fear used as a reason to sell a removal.

Because once a mature tree is removed, that decision can never be undone.

So if you have a mature tree that concerns you, especially one that has sustained storm damage or endured the significant wind events we have experienced across Central Kansas, please reach out before assuming removal is your only option.

We would be grateful for the opportunity to evaluate your tree, explain what we see, help you understand the actual level of risk and your mitigation options, and give you the information you need to make the best decision for your tree, your property, and the people around it.

Jeremy Elliott
ISA Certified Arborist MW 6130A
Tree Risk Assessment Qualified
myLawn! Turf & Tree

IF YOUR TREES LOOKED LIKE THIS THIS SUMMER, NOW IS THE TIME TO START THINKING ABOUT NEXT YEAR.Did the leaves on your tre...
08/21/2026

IF YOUR TREES LOOKED LIKE THIS THIS SUMMER, NOW IS THE TIME TO START THINKING ABOUT NEXT YEAR.

Did the leaves on your trees look yellow or pale this summer instead of the deep green color you would expect?

Your tree may have been experiencing chlorosis, and fall is a great time to begin figuring out why.

Chlorosis occurs when leaves are unable to produce the amount of chlorophyll they normally should. Chlorophyll gives healthy leaves their green color and plays an essential role in photosynthesis, which allows the tree to produce the energy it needs to grow, defend itself, and remain healthy the following year.

And chlorosis is more than a cosmetic problem.

When a tree struggles with chlorosis year after year, reduced photosynthesis can eventually contribute to slower growth, thinning of the canopy, branch dieback, and overall decline.

The good news is that what you saw this summer gives us an opportunity to prepare for next year.

There are several reasons a tree may become chlorotic. That is why we believe diagnosis should come before treatment.

By evaluating your tree and its growing environment this fall, we can begin identifying what may be contributing to the problem and develop a plan for improving its health going into next season.

Depending on what we find, that plan may include improving the root environment, correcting soil related issues, or providing micronutrients through treatments such as microinjection. In many cases, properly diagnosed and treated trees can produce dramatically healthier, greener foliage the following year.

The tree pictured here is a great example of the difference proper treatment can make.

Our goal is not simply to make a yellow tree green. Our goal is to understand why your tree is struggling and help put it in the best possible position to thrive for years to come.

If your trees looked like this during the summer, do not wait until they turn yellow again next year to start asking why.

Our ISA Certified Arborists would be honored to help you understand what is happening with your trees and determine the best path forward.

The soil will often tell the story of the tree. We are busy installing mulch rings around trees, and will be getting rea...
08/20/2026

The soil will often tell the story of the tree. We are busy installing mulch rings around trees, and will be getting ready to start our root collar excavations in a few months as well! This photo gives us a unique look at something we normally never get to see until we are excavating.

We spend most of our time looking up at trees. We notice the trunk, the branches, the leaves, and the canopy. But beneath the surface is an extensive root system supporting everything we see above ground.

And look at how those roots grow.

Many people picture tree roots growing deep into the ground, almost like an underground version of the canopy. But that is not really how most tree root systems develop.

Much of a tree's root system grows outward through the upper layers of soil, developing where moisture, oxygen, nutrients, and favorable soil conditions allow roots to grow. Those roots can extend well beyond the edge of the canopy.

That is why the soil surrounding a tree matters so much. Compaction matters. Moisture matters. Oxygen matters. Soil structure matters. Construction around trees matters.

What happens beneath the surface eventually becomes visible above it.

Maybe that is what makes this photo so fascinating. We are looking at part of the tree we rarely see, but a part that has been helping determine the tree's story all along.

The soil will often tell the story of the tree.

We believe caring for trees means understanding the entire tree, including the part most people never see.

(This was not our photo, but a great representation of what we often see while excavating)

After decades of working with lawns and trees, one lesson keeps proving itself: what happens above the ground often refl...
08/17/2026

After decades of working with lawns and trees, one lesson keeps proving itself: what happens above the ground often reflects what is happening underneath it.

You can seed, fertilize, and water, but if the soil is struggling, eventually the lawn will struggle too.

That is why we have added professional lawn top dressing. With tall fescue seeding season approaching, it is a great time to think about improving the soil, not just the grass growing on top of it.

Compost can add organic matter, improve the growing environment for roots, create better seed to soil contact, and help smooth minor imperfections in a lawn.

Sometimes a lawn does not need more fertilizer. Sometimes it needs better soil.

We also now have premium compost, top soil, and shredded oak bark available at our shop for your own lawn and landscape projects.

So much of the important work happens where nobody can see it. Improve the foundation, strengthen the roots, and eventually the results begin to show above the surface.

If you want better growth tomorrow, the soil is a pretty good place to start today.

This photo pretty much sums up Tavon and his presence around here...Sadly, last Friday was his last day with us. And I h...
08/11/2026

This photo pretty much sums up Tavon and his presence around here...

Sadly, last Friday was his last day with us. And I have to admit, it only took about two days for us to realize just how much space this kid filled at myLawn! Monday morning meeting definitely felt different.

For the last several summers, Tavon has been one of our high school extraordinaires, and somewhere along the way, he became a whole lot more than summer help.

He became part of the rhythm around here. He brought work ethic when it was hot. Humor when the day was long. Energy when there was still one more thing that needed done.

And if you threw something at him that he had never done before, his first instinct was rarely to back away from it. It was more like, “Yeah! Let's go!"

Then he would go attack it. Usually while making somebody laugh in the process and making us shake our head.

Over the years, Tavon quietly raised the standard for what we look for in the young people who spend their summers with us. Not because he was trying to prove anything. He just showed up, worked hard, had fun, helped wherever he was needed, and kept getting better.

And maybe that is one of the really cool things about watching young people grow. You think you are giving them a summer job. You think you are teaching them how to work. You think you are giving them a little responsibility, a little experience, and maybe a few stories they will laugh about someday.

Then one day they leave, and you realize they taught you something too. They reminded you that there are indeed young people who want to work hard. Who want responsibility. Who want to learn. Who can laugh, work, struggle, figure things out, and keep moving.

Tavon has been one of those young men for us. That might be the strangest part. We got to watch a piece of that growing up happen right here the last few summers.

So Tavon, congratulations. We are incredibly proud of you. Thank you for EVERYTHING you did for us, for every hot day, every laugh, every job you attacked, every time you jumped in without being asked, and every summer you chose to spend with us.

You are going to be missed around here more than you probably realize. And as you head into Missouri Western State University for whatever God has for you next, we are wishing you a whole lot more than luck.

Keep working. Keep laughing. Keep saying yes to the hard things bud!

Wow, what a beautiful start to a Tuesday morning. Regardless of the heat that is to come, what an incredible morning to ...
08/11/2026

Wow, what a beautiful start to a Tuesday morning. Regardless of the heat that is to come, what an incredible morning to be outside!

During extreme summer heat, our natural reaction is often to give our lawns and trees more water.When grass begins to wi...
08/05/2026

During extreme summer heat, our natural reaction is often to give our lawns and trees more water.

When grass begins to wilt, turn gray green, or remain flattened after we walk across it, it appears to be asking for help. When tree leaves develop brown edges, begin to curl, or drop earlier than expected, we may assume the tree is suffering from drought.

Sometimes that assumption is correct.

But sometimes adding more water can make the problem worse.

Cool-season lawns commonly show signs of stress during the hottest part of the day, especially when temperatures approach or exceed 90 degrees. The grass blades may fold inward to conserve moisture, lose some of their normal color, or temporarily remain pressed down after being walked upon. These symptoms can appear even when there is still adequate moisture beneath the soil surface.

Before adding an additional deep irrigation cycle, be sure to check the soil first.

Push a screwdriver or soil probe several inches into the ground. If the soil is dry and difficult to pe*****te, additional irrigation may be necessary. If the soil is already moist, another long watering cycle may create an entirely different problem.

There is an important difference between watering the soil and cooling the grass.

Deep irrigation is intended to replenish moisture within the root zone. A practice known as syringing is intended to temporarily cool the grass blades. Syringing uses a short daytime irrigation cycle to lightly wet the grass canopy without deeply soaking the soil. As that water evaporates, it can temporarily lower the temperature of the turf and reduce some of the immediate stress caused by sunlight, heat, and wind.

Syringing should not replace the deep irrigation your lawn and trees need. It can, however, replace the unnecessary watering cycles people often add simply because the grass looks tired during the afternoon.

That distinction becomes especially important in Central Kansas, where many of our soils contain a significant amount of clay.

Clay soil can hold a tremendous amount of water, but it often drains slowly. When the soil remains saturated, the spaces that would normally contain oxygen become filled with water. Plant roots need both water and oxygen to remain healthy and functional.

Your lawn and trees often share the same soil.

Every additional irrigation cycle intended for the grass also affects the tree roots growing beneath and around it. The lawn may look temporarily better after being watered, while the tree roots are quietly struggling in soil that has remained wet for too long.

This can create a confusing situation. A tree growing in saturated soil may display symptoms that look very similar to drought. Leaves may wilt, become yellow, develop brown edges, or fall prematurely. The canopy may begin thinning, and the tree may appear unable to tolerate the heat.

The problem may not be that water is unavailable. The problem may be that the roots do not have enough oxygen to absorb and move the available water effectively.

Trees move water from the roots, through the trunk and branches, and eventually into the leaves. Some of that moisture is released through tiny openings in the leaves, helping the tree transport nutrients and regulate leaf temperature.

When saturated soil restricts root function, the leaves may continue losing moisture to the hot, dry air faster than the weakened root system can replace it. The tree can appear thirsty even though it is surrounded by wet soil.

This does not mean every scorched tree is being overwatered. Leaf scorch can also result from drought, extreme heat, wind, soil compaction, damaged roots, vascular problems, or several stresses occurring at the same time.

Scorch is a symptom. It is not a diagnosis.

During periods when daytime temperatures exceed 90 degrees, a brief syringing cycle may be used daily to cool the grass canopy, particularly when the lawn begins showing visible signs of heat stress. Syringing is generally most effective between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Rotor zones may run for approximately five to ten minutes, Maxi Paw zones for ten to twelve minutes, and spray zones for three to five minutes.

These times are only starting points. The goal is to lightly wet the grass blades without creating runoff or deeply soaking the soil. During severe heat, a second light cycle may be helpful after the water from the first cycle has completely evaporated. Avoid allowing the grass to remain wet late in the afternoon or into the evening.

The healthiest landscapes are rarely created by reacting to every visible symptom. They are created through observation, patience, and intentional care.

Water the soil when the roots need moisture. Cool the grass when the canopy needs relief. Allow enough time between deep watering cycles for oxygen to return to the soil.

Most importantly, check what is happening beneath the surface before assuming that more is always the answer.

We are excited to share that Abby was selected as our Workhorse of the Month for July!Over the last several months, Abby...
08/04/2026

We are excited to share that Abby was selected as our Workhorse of the Month for July!

Over the last several months, Abby has stepped up BIG and helped carry multiple responsibilities within our office. She has continued to manage scheduling for our fertilizing and tree health clients, supported client relationships, built projections of services, handled accounts receivable, and consistently brought thoughtful questions and concerns to leadership about how we can improve our systems and serve our clients more effectively.

What makes Abby even more special is the attitude she brings with her each day. She is driven to improve, willing to speak up when she sees an opportunity to make something better, and continues to maintain a positive outlook even when the workload becomes challenging.

Outside of work, Abby is also an incredible momma to two amazing little boys. The care, responsibility, and dedication she shows in every area of her life are evident in the way she serves our clients and supports our team.
Abby faced some VERY TOUGH competition this month, and selecting our Workhorse of the Month was not an easy decision.

However, after considering everything she has contributed, we know it was absolutely the right one.

Abby, thank you for your incredible hard work, your commitment to continued improvement, and the positive attitude you bring to our team. To say we are blessed to have you with us would be an understatement.

Congratulations, Abby! You have earned it!

What an amazing Final Friday we had!There were unexpected surprises in both the way the competition unfolded and the gue...
08/01/2026

What an amazing Final Friday we had!

There were unexpected surprises in both the way the competition unfolded and the guest judges who showed up to join us.

We were fortunate to welcome back three incredible women who played important roles during the earliest years of myLawn! Turf & Tree. Our very first office manager Crissy Charles, our very first bookkeeper Casey Shinliver, and our very first scheduler Kit Smith all joined us as guest judges! Mike Linenberger, our old mechanic extraordinaire even came back to round off our judging team!

It was incredible to look around and see part of the progression of what this company has become. Who we are today is a reflection of what so many people have poured into this business over the years, and each of these women helped shape our company during an important part of its journey in ways that we can’t even express.

They have each moved on to new roles in our community and continue to do outstanding things. How fortunate were we to spend a little time with them, catch up, and have some fun together!

As for the cook off, there were a few BIG surprises there too!

Our youngest team member, and possibly the youngest we have ever had, Mr. Young Buck himself, Spencer Brown, shocked all of us by taking first place in the judges’ scoring by a landslide. He humbled the rest of the competitors and took home a $100 gift card from Eldridge Fencing to help beef up his barbecue gear!
Keaton Elliott slid into first place in the team voting and earned the Tasters’ Choice Award, along with a $50 gift card from Eldridge Fencing!

While we failed to get many pictures, we had a ton of fun, plenty of smack talk occurred, and some big surprises. To finish the day, our entire team received a well deserved Friday afternoon off after working through an incredibly hot and difficult month of July.

What a blessing it is to be surrounded by so many incredible people. It was also special to spend time with former team members who helped us become the company we are today.
Congratulations, Spencer and Keaton! The rest of us apparently have some work to do before next year!

As Eli Somers begins wrapping up his final couple of weeks with us at myLawn! Turf & Tree this summer, we wanted to take...
07/30/2026

As Eli Somers begins wrapping up his final couple of weeks with us at myLawn! Turf & Tree this summer, we wanted to take a moment to share just how much he has meant to our company and our team.

Eli has spent the past two summers working alongside us, and during that time, we have had the privilege of watching him grow, learn, and make a meaningful impact on the people around him.

No matter what responsibility he has been given, Eli has approached it with an incredible attitude, humility, curiosity, and a genuine desire to do his very best. He doesn't simply show up and go through the motions. He pays attention, asks thoughtful questions, and wants to understand not only what we are doing, but why it matters and how it might be done better.

One of my favorite examples came after a team meeting where we discussed our company systems and the ways each division could continue improving. Eli listened closely, but he didn't leave the conversation behind when the meeting ended.

He went home, talked it through with his dad, and returned the following day asking if he could speak with me because he wanted to understand the conversation more deeply.

That may seem like a small moment, but it revealed a great deal about Eli’s character.

Many people would have listened, completed their work, and moved on. Eli continued thinking about it because he genuinely cared about his team, our company, and how he could contribute to making both better.

He was not looking for recognition. He simply cared. That's Eli.

He is thoughtful, dependable, teachable, and willing to challenge himself. He has cerntainly earned the trust and respect of our team, and he has raised the standard for what we hope to see in every young person who has the opportunity to work alongside us.

Eli, we are incredibly proud of you.

Thank you for choosing to spend the past two summers with us. Thank you for the work you have done, the attitude you have brought, and the example you have set.

We hope you understand that you have made a real difference at myLawn! Turf & Tree. You have left a lasting impression on our company, our team, and on me personally.

As you continue pursuing your goals, including your goal of attending the United States Naval Academy, please know that your entire myLawn! family is cheering for you.

We are grateful that we still have a little more time with you. We are proud of the young man you are today, and we are excited to watch you continue becoming the leader we already see within you.

It has truly been an honor to work alongside you, Eli.

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