Trees only have so much energy to perform five different functions:

1. Growth
2. Energy storage
3. Repair of damaged tissue
4. Defense
5. Reproduction

Often, growth is the least desirable of these functions in an urban setting, or least important for the tree’s vigor as it ages. By reducing the amount of energy dedicated to shoot/canopy growth, a tree can invest this energy into  the other functions.

Growth regulator treatments are hormone treatments that can redirect where the tree puts its energy. Over the three years that it lasts, it can reduce the growth by one third to one half. This allows the tree to divert energy to more important functions.

We use growth regulators in two scenarios:

1. It can be used to help slow the growth of a tree that is too close to a house, power lines, driveway, etc. While it will still grow, it won’t grow as vigorously, which can reduce the need for frequent trimming. Alternatively, we will use this for its secondary benefits...
2. By redirecting the energy toward the roots or defense, we can help an ailing tree that struggles with nutrient deficiency, drought, stress, or disease  infection. ​

Our product is administered via deep root soil injection and lasts approximately three years. It is not recommended for Japanese maple, redbud or dogwood species.

Happy Earth Day! We're disappointed that our annual Earth Day Omaha Tree Climb didn't come to fruition this year. We hope this special coloring page brings back happy memories of tree climbs in years past. Click the image below to download the PDF. We'll see you in 2024 at Elmwood Park!

We're proud to present the latest round of Gift of Beautiful Trees charity projects. This holiday season, we were able to bless six different families who desperately needed tree care. nearly $18,000 in FREE tree services were provided this year! We couldn't have made this much of an impact without the help of our local tree service partners: 

• Acme Lawn and Tree
• American Arborist
• Champion Tree, LLC
• Cut & Grind Tree Care

Our founder and CEO, Jeff Grewe, has recently been featured in two podcasts sharing his entrepreneurial journey and leadership initiatives.  Check them out below!
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We offer anti-transpirant, or, “wilt proof” sprays. Applied once or twice a season, these sprays coat the evergreens in a waxy material that locks in moisture. In some cases, these sprays can mean the difference between happy healthy lush evergreens, and replacing a whole row of arborvitae. ​

We are grateful and proud to have been voted Best of Omaha for 2023. This is out 8th Best of Omaha win and we couldn't be more humbled by the support of our community for their votes. Thanks, Omaha!
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We are proud to share that our very own Jake Popham has been featured in the Nebraska Arborists Association's newsletter in the Arborist Spotlight! You can read the article below. 

"Jake wonderfully exemplifies what it means to be an Arbor Aesthetics employee by acting on our Core Values: Ownership, Courage, and Show up and Serve.”

Arborist Spotlight
By Alyssa Brodersen, NAA Executive Director
 
We asked for nominations, and membership delivered. This issue’s spotlight goes to Jake Popham of Omaha, NE!
 
Jake was nominated for the Arborist Spotlight by a team member at Arbor Aesthetics Tree Service. Jake has been with Arbor Aesthetics Tree Service since December of 2020 and became a Nebraska Arborist Association member in August 2021 and a Nebraska Certified Arborist in February 2022.
 
Jake began his career path working at a Menards Greenhouse where he learned the basics of plants through a retired nurseryman. He then pivoted by working at a family-owned wood shop manufacturing various products.

When Covid struck, Jake was forced to find a new job (like many during that time). Jake found his footing at a local nursery, Tree Shrubs and More, where he soon realized that he wanted to take care of larger trees, instead of potted nursery stock. After hearing more about tree work and what it was like to be in the industry from a salesman at Davey Tree, Jake began to research businesses in his area and joined the team at Arbor Aesthetics. During his time at Arbor Aesthetics, Jake has attended Arborist School, the 2022 Winter Conference and 2022 Field Day. Jake is now a crew leader and climber for the company.
 
When I asked the team at Arbor Aesthetics about Jake they said: “Jake is a fast and eager learner and is always excited to gain new skills - not just in the trees but also in our shop, taking on maintenance of our vehicles and small engines. Jake wonderfully exemplifies what it means to be an Arbor Aesthetics employee by acting on our Core Values: Ownership, Courage, and Show up and Serve.”
 
The co-worker that nominated Jake said: “Jake has been a great asset to the Arbor Aesthetics team. He is always willing to learn something new, take on ownership of tasks, and is overall a team player. He is one of our field trainers and takes pride in teaching new employees how to safely operate on a jobsite. Whether he is hauling brush, cleaning up the jobsite, demonstrating proper pruning cuts or climbing, he takes every opportunity he has to help others learn. He is also learning how to keep our equipment operational and running and has been a great asset in fixing any issue that may come up with our chippers to avoid breakdowns on the jobsite.”
 
Jake’s wife, Claudia, is a teacher in Omaha Public Schools where she teaches the Spanish side in the dual language program. She is an amazing woman who has supported Jake in his various career changes. Their daughter, Natalie, is now two years old and has taken a liking to grabbing tree leaves and fruit. Jake says that she is a future arborist in the making!
 
When I asked Jake why he choose Arboriculture he said: “I wanted to become the solution to the issues that I was causing because of nursery sales. We are selling poor nursery stock, bad species, and improperly planting them in the wrong spots. Instead of adding to our tree problems, I wanted to remedy these
issues by trimming and removing.”

When I asked Jake what he loved the most about his career he said: “There’s a feeling you get, climbing to the top of a massive tree and just looking at the world around you, hearing the birds and feeling the wind. Everything we do as arborists is so engaging and fun, I can’t find myself doing anything else as a career. I feel so alive doing what I do.”
 
Jake is a great example of the hard working, dedicated people that work in the arborist industry and have a true passion for trees and caring for them. If you know an arborist who is exceptional in the industry please nominate them by filling out the Arborist Spotlight form at https://www.nearborists.org/newsletters and sending it into the Nebraska Arborists Association office so that we can continue to showcase our members and all of the great work that they do.