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Professional Tree Care Services in Chicago's North Shore

Your connection to nature begins at home.

Prairie Tree Care Certified Arborists help North Shore homeowners, property managers and developers cultivate thriving green spaces that add both value and meaning to landscapes across the northern Cook and Lake Counties.

Getting started is easy.

Call Us Today: 773-599-3335 or

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Your Local Tree Care Experts: Serving Lake Michigan's Communities

Providing quality tree care services throughout Chicago's North Shore, including Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park, Lake Forest, Glenview, Northbrook, Deerfield, Lincolnshire, Libertyville, Bannockburn Riverwoods, Wilmette, Kenilworth, and surrounding areas.

Root injections provide various products to help boost tree health, stress and drought tolerance.

"We take pride in protecting the North Shore's trees – from massive century-old oaks to the Hickory and Maple trees that your house is surrounded by. These trees aren't just landscaping, they're where kids play, where you relax in the shade, where birds nest every spring. We're here to keep them healthy and strong for decades to come."

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"Our work is guided by the motto 'Urbs In Horto'. By providing and enhancing green spaces in our lives and the built environment, we gain a sense of value and advocacy for nature and global conservation"

The Local Tree Care Difference

John Powell

Owner-Prairie Tree Care

Certified Arborist IL-10149A, TRAQ

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Primary North Shore Communities

Notable Districts

  • Lake Forest Historic District

  • Winnetka Hubbard Woods

  • Highland Park Ravines

  • Glencoe Lakefront

  • Sheridan Road Corridor

  • Green Bay Road Heritage Areas

  • North Shore Country Club District

Our service area encompasses many communities of Chicago's north shore suburbs, where homeowners value professional tree care as an essential investment in their property's long-term health and beauty. We specialize in serving clients who prioritize excellence in landscape management and appreciate the legacy of mature trees.

As Certified Arborists serving the region, we understand the unique challenges of maintaining trees in these lakefront communities.

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Local Expertise, Global Perspective

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We are passionate about our craft and committed to safety.

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Local Expertise Matters
Understanding North Shore's Unique Challenges

Our local trees face specific challenges requiring expert care:

Environmental Factors

  • Lake Michigan influence

  • Ravine ecosystems

  • Lakefront exposure

  • Clay soil profiles

  • Varying topography

Climate Considerations
  • USDA Hardiness Zone 5b (Morton Arboretum Climate Data)

  • Extreme temperature fluctuations

  • Increasing storm intensity

  • Winter salt damage along major thoroughfares

Unique Considerations

  • Ravine stability

  • Lake effect conditions

  • Bluff preservation

  • Salt spray exposure

  • Estate preservation

Emerging Threats
  • Emerald Ash Borer management (Illinois EAB Information)

  • Oak wilt prevention

  • Japanese Beetle infestations

  • New invasive species monitoring

  • Climate Change Impacts

Conservation Partners

Why Choose Prairie Tree Care?
Local Knowledge & Expertise
  • 20+ years of plant health care experience

  • Deep understanding of local soil conditions

  • Familiar with local ordinances and regulations

Professional Credentials
  • ISA Certified Arborist

  • Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ)

  • Continuing education in modern arboriculture

Environmental Stewardship
  • Sustainable pruning practices

  • Habitat preservation

  • Native species advocacy

  • Local wildlife consideration

Service Highlights:
Comprehensive Tree Care
  • Professional pruning

  • Health assessments

  • Risk evaluation

  • Treatment plans

  • Emergency response

  • Hazard Tree Removal

Property Enhancement
  • View improvement

  • Privacy screening

  • Shade management

  • Property value protection

Get Started With A Quick Consultation

Contact us for a quick chat on the phone. After that, we can develop a care plan that considers your property's unique characteristics and your specific goals.

Q: How do you approach tree care on ravine properties?

A: We integrate arboricultural expertise with slope stability considerations, developing management plans that protect both trees and property while preserving ravine ecology.

Q: What specialized services do you offer for lakefront properties?

A: We provide comprehensive care strategies addressing salt spray, wind exposure, and view management while protecting valuable landscape specimens.

Q: How do you handle historic estate preservation?

A: We develop detailed preservation plans that respect historical landscape design while ensuring tree health and safety, often working with preservation committees and landscape architects.

Q: What are the unique challenges for North Shore trees?

A: Key challenges include lake effect weather, ravine preservation, salt exposure, and maintaining mature specimens. We emphasize proactive care and environmental adaptation.

Q: How do you manage formal garden trees?

A: We combine traditional formal garden techniques with modern arboricultural science to maintain both aesthetic requirements and tree health.

Q: What's your approach to lake view management?

A: We develop strategic pruning and management plans that enhance lake views while preserving tree health and property stability.

Q: How do you coordinate with landscape architects and designers?

A: We regularly collaborate with design professionals to integrate tree preservation into landscape plans while maintaining estate aesthetics.

CONTACT US

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