Bluff Country Tree Service LLC

05/22/2026

Sometimes simple tools are the most effective on backyard removals with fences. Thanks to Stewartville Tiger Ace Hardware for selling an ACE wheelbarrow that I’ve “slightly exceeded”the manufacture weight limit but it keeps on rolling.

04/26/2026

Coffee Street Firewood in Lanesboro is officially open for the season! Come see us at 203 Coffee St E (at the trailhead near the tourist info building). $6/bundle or 2 bundles for $10. Cash or Venmo.

03/21/2026

Before and after on a crabapple prune. Spring is officially here….homeowners should finish pruning oaks and apples ASAP to prevent the spread of oak wilt or disease.

02/16/2026

Before and after of an apple tree branch. By pruning off the new growth sprouts, the tree can put more energy into fruit production. Additionally, thinning the tree allows sunlight and airflow through preventing fungus. Also, avoid pruning during the warm months to prevent fungus, though I’m not complaining about a 50 degree February day!

02/06/2026

Pine removal before and after. In the words of Clark Griswold, “Looks great. Little full. Lotta sap.”

01/24/2026

No, your trees aren’t going to explode in cold temps 😂. Temperature change can cause “frost cracks,” or expand existing cracks/structural defects, so it is always good to have trees properly pruned. However, if your trees do “explode” give me a call…I’ve got chainsaws with heated handles!

Ope, the story about exploding trees really blew up! 🤯 Snap, crackle, pop - is that the sound of exploding trees!? Thankfully not.

You may have seen a post circulating about the possibility of trees in Minnesota exploding due to plummeting temperatures. Luckily, there's no need to stay out of the woods to avoid this risk.

Our forest health experts explained that our native trees are adapted to Minnesota's weather, including below-zero temps. What you may hear are the boom or pop of 'frost cracks,' which are vertical cracks in the wood caused by rapid temperature drop when the water and sap in the phloem and xylem freeze and expand. Trees with thin bark, like maples and birch, may be more susceptible, but the damage is rarely deadly to the tree.

There are also the creaks and groans of wood tightening and contracting in the cold - which you might also hear from your wooden floors!

Do you plan to venture out this weekend?

10/13/2025

It’s a beautiful day for a backyard removal.

07/29/2025

Brace yourselves Rochester area…looks like another round of storms is coming our way. BCTS is ready to help with any storm cleanup or insurance claim needs. Everyone stay safe out there👍

06/24/2025

Before and after on a silver maple prune. Excellent shade trees, but they do need a little maintenance every once in a while.

03/24/2025

Life’s not always sunshine and 70. Rain, clouds, snow, and WIND on this maple prune today. Make the best of what you have to work with and get the job done 👊 Check out the before and after pics!