Northwest Region

Ice storms can cause tremendous damage to trees.  The damage may not only injure the tree, but may make the tree dangerous to life or property.  Homeowners must make decisions on how to repair the tree, or possibly even remove it.  Here are some links that should help.

General Tips

Ice Storm Damage to Trees

Repairing Ice Storm Damage to Trees

MU Guide Sheets:

First Aid for Storm-Damaged Trees

Felling, Bucking and Limbing Trees

Basic Chain Saw Safety and Use

Pruning and Care of Shade Trees

Other Links:

Basic Pruning Guidelines PDF

http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/extension/newsletters/hortupdate/mar01/art3mar.html

http://www.extension.umn.edu/distribution/naturalresources/DD7415.html

http://www.extension.umn.edu/info-u/environment/BD550.html

http://www.extension.umn.edu/info-u/environment/BD565.html

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	Horticulture for Northwest Missouri University of Missouri Extension Updated 08/17/07
Tim Baker Horticulture Specialist 102 N Main, Suite 1, Gallatin, MO 64640 660-663-3232 BakerT@missouri.edu		Tom Fowler Horticulture Specialist 4125 Mitchell  Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64507 816-279-1691 FowlerT@missouri.edu