Sweetgum Fruit Reductions - Metropolitan Forestry Services, Inc.

Sweetgum Fruit Reductions - Metropolitan Forestry Services

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We follow what goes on in our yard closely and would like to share it with you.

Sweetgum tree seed capsules or ‘gum balls’ are a major nuisance. The good news is that they can be reduced with the aid of Florel fruit reduction spray. We have found this spray to be effective on many trees with 80 to 90% reduction rates in typical years. However there are some specifications that you should be aware of before we spray your sweetgum tree.

Timing of the sprays is critical. There is a narrow window of application when the trees are flowering that they must be sprayed at. This time varies by location of the tree, the genetics of the tree, and weather and other environmental factors.
Metropolitan Forestry sprays the entire tree all the time. The only reason that the top or bottom of the canopy may react different to the spray is that the flowers on the top of the canopy may be at a different development stage then the flowers toward the bottom of the canopy. If for some reason we are not able to reach the entire canopy we will notify you beforehand.
Some sweetgums in your yard may not be sprayable. We will not spray trees with sensitive plants nearby or if the tree is too close to a structure or pool.• We will not spray if cars are in close proximity to the trees. Please help and have them moved before we arrive.
Due to uncontrollable weather related problems and the varied physiology of sweetgum trees, we cannot guarantee complete elimination.

MFS makes it our mission to ensure that your sweetgum trees will be sprayed in the most opportune time that will deliver the most favorable results. If for some reason that window of opportunity is not open due to any of the above mentioned factors we will not spray and we will not charge you.

For a pdf copy of this information sheet click: Sweetgum Fruit Reductions

"Thank you so much for all the information you provide – the watering information, the emails and the flier. I read it all and have learned so much."

– Cynthia K.

We were very pleased with the service and particularly the knowledge & professionalism of your staff. We would certainly recommend you.

Robert & Mary K. | Chesterfield

We are very pleased with the plantings suggested by and picked out by Mike. The men arrived on time to plant the boxwood and witch hazel tree; dug out the stump and cleaned up. They were pleasant and helpful – we couldn’t have asked for a better team.

Ruth S. | Ballwin

We were very pleased and impressed with Dan and his team. We love our new trees and garden.

Lora I | Kirkwood

Thank you so much for all the information you provide – the watering information, the emails and the flier. I read it all and have learned so much. My magnolia trees look surprisingly healthy considering the way they looked when I first called.

Cynthia K. | Des Peres

Kevin Seger provided expert advice and recommendations about tree maintenance and removal. He listened to my needs and provided a thorough and affordable proposal. On the day of the job, I was very impressed with crew leader, Dave and his team (Felix & Adam). They were professional, efficient, hard-working and very neat about clean-up.

John Z. | Glencoe

An outstanding job on the four trees and clean-up after the work and removal. We would be happy to recommend your services to everyone – the best tree service we ever have had here in St. Louis.

Roger M. | Creve Coeur

Kevin was able to come out the same day I called and a crew was out the next day! Great prompt service. I was not at home when the work was done but results show they did a fine job.

Karen B. | Ballwin

Everyone came through as usual when I needed the crew to come back & take out the balance of the fire blight. They did not have a bucket the first time and were so nice and professional about coming back again.

Bob B. | Chesterfield

Thank you again for responding to our urgent need after the storm took down our 2 trees & deposited them across our driveway. Your crew, as always, did a fabulous job. Professional, courteous & it is a pleasure doing business with your company.

Ruth H. | Chesterfield

We appreciate your knowledge and professionalism. Your employees are prompt and courteous and willing to do whatever needs to be done to complete the project. Cleanup was great.

Larry U. | Ellisville

Our goal is to provide you with the best possible service. If you are not satisfied with any treatment or completed job, we will resolve the situation to your satisfaction. We want to do our utmost to ensure your trees and shrubs are always 'green and growing'.

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