How Much Does Tree Removal Cost?

Wichita tree owners will pay on average $669 to have a tree removed from their property. This price can go lower to $531 if removing the tree takes less time and requires less special equipment for the job. On the other hand, the price can rise to $807 or higher if the tree is extremely thick, has a lot of branches, or is close to power lines or the home. The arborist will quote the price based on these factors, along with labor and general project costs.

How Much Does Stump Removal Cost?

Stump grinding will cost between $75 and $150, depending on the circumference, location and type of wood the stump is made of. Stump removal, on the other hand, will cost more because it involves the complete uprooting and hauling away of the stump. Wichita residents are looking at a price somewhere in the range of $200 to $300.

Average Cost of Tree Maintenance in Wichita

Tree trimming, pruning and cutting of trees in the Wichita area will cost between $100 and $200. Factors will include the number of trees, type, branch patterns, height and labor costs involved in the job when the arborist comes out the first time. The trees might be high maintenance because they have so many branches or are higher up. On the other hand, they could be short trees with fewer branches, requiring less time and visits to stay well-kept. Consult your arborist to determine how much work will go into the maintenance of your trees so you can plan ahead.

Common Trees to Plant in Wichita

Kansas designated the cottonwood (Populus sect. Aigeiros) as the state tree in 1937. It was nicknamed the “pioneer tree of the prairie” because it was seen everywhere and has handled harsh conditions for hundreds of years. Other good tree breeds to consider for hardiness and low-water consumption are:

• Black walnut (Juglans nigra)
• Hackberry(Celtis)
• Kentucky coffee tree (Gymnocladus dioicus)
• Upright Chinese juniper (Juniperus chinensis)

Growing fruit trees in Kansas, especially in Wichita, is going to be a long-term commitment. Some species can thrive, but it’s going to take a lot of spraying for pests and watering, especially with the drought conditions. Species that can handle the climate, save for the drought itself, include apples, cherries, apricots, peaches and pears. Do not plant Bradford pear trees though, as they cannot handle the climate.

Tallest Tree Near Wichita

While Wichita doesn’t have any tall trees, there’s a privately-owned arboretum about 35 miles west of the city in Waterloo that holds claim to four of the state’s tallest trees. Residents can make an appointment to go out and see them, including a Loblolly pine (Pinus tæda) that stands 110 feet tall inside this enclosed space. The arboretum was started by the grandfather of the man currently running the arboretum and considered an experiment back in the day when it was first created.

Difficult to Maintain Trees

Trees that cannot handle drought conditions or need a lot of frequent watering or rainfall should not be planted in Wichita, at least until regular rainfall starts occurring in the south central area. These types of trees include red maple, river birch, sweetgum, and linden species, as they cannot survive the climate conditions of Wichita and should not be planted.

Common Diseases Affecting Wichita’s Trees

Pine wilt disease can only be stopped by taking down the tree once it’s been infected, so that the disease doesn’t spread to other pine trees. Fire blight is another disease that affects fruit trees and looks like scorch marks, so those parts need to be pruned off as soon as possible to prevent the spread of the disease. Canker disease and root rot are two diseases you should also watch out for if you own a Wichita blue juniper (Juniperus scopulorum) tree, as it’s very susceptible to these diseases.

Rules Regarding Trees and Overhead Power Lines

KCP&L, Kansas’ utility company, recommends that small trees and shrubs are planted at least 20 feet from power lines, medium trees 35 feet away, and large trees 45 feet away. KCP&L also requires that anyone who gets within 10 feet of power lines in the city has a qualified license to work on the power lines, so make sure that your tree service professional is licensed to do so if he’s working on trees near power lines. Residents also have the option to put in a request with the utility company to have vegetation trimmed near the power lines, and the company performs maintenance near the lines regularly.

Plant Hardiness Zones for Kansas

Here are the plant hardiness zones for Kansas as provided by the USDA:

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