Residential
Tree & Shrub Care in Bloomington-Normal, Peoria & Champaign-Urbana
Healthy trees and well-shaped shrubs frame your whole landscape. Our tree & shrub care program feeds and protects them from spring through winter, and our crews handle pruning and shrub and hedge trimming to keep them looking their best.
Professional Tree And Shrub Care
Well-maintained trees and shrubs make a property look cared for and keep it safer. Our team prunes for strong structure and clearance, keeps hedges and foundation plantings shaped and in proportion, and watches for the insects and diseases that hit Central Illinois landscapes hardest, using safe, industry-approved methods.
Tree & Shrub Care Program And Services
We provide routine care that keeps trees and shrubs healthy, attractive and clear of your house, walks and driveway.
- Spring Fertilizer With Systemic Insect Control
- Spring & Summer Insect & Disease Treatments
- Fall Root Zone Fertilizer
- Tree Pruning & Trimming
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming
- Tree & Shrub Health Checks
Our Tree & Shrub Care Program
Our tree and shrub program covers the whole season in three steps, so your trees and shrubs are fed and protected from spring to winter:
- Spring fertilizer to start the season. A spring feeding that includes systemic insect control, taken up by the plant to protect against early-season pests.
- Spring and summer insect and disease treatments. Targeted treatments that slow the spread of pests and disease, including bagworms on evergreens and Japanese beetles on ornamentals.
- Fall root zone fertilizer. Root zone feeding that protects trees through winter and prepares them for spring.
Pair the program with pruning and shrub and hedge trimming (below) for plants that look as good as they grow. More reading: protecting trees from insects and our pruning tips.
Shrub And Hedge Trimming
Overgrown shrubs hide windows, crowd walkways and turn woody and bare inside. Regular trimming keeps them dense, healthy and in proportion to your house. We shape:
- Boxwoods, yews, junipers and arborvitae
- Privacy hedges and foundation plantings
- Flowering shrubs such as hydrangea, lilac, spirea and forsythia
- Ornamental grasses and perennials, cut back each season
Timing matters. Spring-flowering shrubs are trimmed right after they bloom so you don’t cut off next year’s flowers. Most evergreens and hedges get their main shaping in late winter or early spring, with a light touch-up in early summer. We avoid heavy trimming after late summer so new growth can harden off before frost. Shrub trimming pairs naturally with mulch and bed maintenance.
Tree & Shrub Care in Bloomington-Normal, Peoria & Champaign-Urbana
F&W has been based in Bloomington since 1989, and our crews provide tree & shrub care for homes and businesses across Central Illinois, including Bloomington-Normal, Peoria and Champaign-Urbana, plus nearby Hudson, Heyworth, Pekin, East Peoria, Washington, Morton, Dunlap, Metamora, Savoy and Mahomet. Outside those areas? Call (309) 664-2666. We frequently travel beyond our listed service areas.
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Questions
Tree & Shrub Care FAQs
Straight answers about tree & shrub care in Central Illinois: pricing, timing and what to expect.
Why is tree and shrub care important?
Proper care supports healthy growth, catches insect and disease problems early, keeps plants looking good, and removes weak or damaged branches before they fall near your home or business.
What services are included in tree and shrub care?
Our tree and shrub care covers pruning and trimming, shrub and hedge shaping, fall root zone feeding, insect control for pests like bagworms and Japanese beetles, and disease management, all aimed at keeping plants healthy for the long term.
How often should trees and shrubs be trimmed?
Most shrubs and hedges look best with one main shaping a year plus a light touch-up in early summer. Most trees benefit from an inspection and pruning every one to three years, with young or storm-damaged trees sometimes needing more frequent attention.
When is the best time to trim shrubs in Central Illinois?
Trim spring-flowering shrubs such as lilac and forsythia right after they bloom. Most evergreens, hedges and summer-flowering shrubs get their main shaping in late winter or early spring. Avoid heavy trimming after late summer so new growth can harden off before frost.
Can tree care improve safety around my property?
Yes. Regular pruning removes weak or damaged branches before they fall, keeps limbs clear of the roof, driveway and walks, and improves a tree's overall structure.
How much does tree and shrub care cost in Bloomington and Central Illinois?
Tree trimming typically runs $150 to $700 per tree depending on size and access. Shrub and hedge trimming depends on the number and size of plants. We provide a free quote so you know the full cost before work starts.
What should I do if a tree is damaged after a storm?
Stay clear of the tree and any downed power lines, then call us for an assessment. We can prune broken and hanging limbs and let you know whether the tree can be saved.
From The Blog
Helpful Guides
- How To Protect Trees From Insects: Essential Care TipsHow to protect trees from pests and insects in Central Illinois: spotting infestations early, safe treatments and when to call a professional.
- Pruning Tips That Keep Your Landscape Neat Without Overdoing ItPruning tips are essential for maintaining healthy plants. Learn the best techniques and strategies to enhance your yard's growth.
- Watch Out for Bagworms!Bagworm bags on arborvitae and evergreens hold 300 to 1,000 eggs each. When they hatch in Illinois, the damage they do, and how to treat and prevent them.
- Fall Root Feeding: Seasonal Care for Trees & ShrubsFall root zone feeding puts fertilizer where trees and shrubs need it, strengthening roots for winter and healthy spring growth in Central Illinois.
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