Tree care · Southeast
Mississippi has long, hot, humid summers and short, mild winters. Pines, live and water oaks, sweetgums, magnolias and pecans are common, and many yards have large trees close to houses. Storms are the biggest risk to those trees.
Trees that commonly grow or are often planted here. The storm risk is our plain rating for the species as a whole, not an inspection of your tree.
Pinus taeda
Storm risk high
Care and removal notesPinus palustris
Storm risk low
Care and removal notesQuercus virginiana
Storm risk low
Care and removal notesQuercus nigra
Storm risk high
Care and removal notesQuercus phellos
Storm risk medium
Care and removal notesQuercus shumardii
Storm risk medium
Care and removal notesLiquidambar styraciflua
Storm risk medium
Care and removal notesMagnolia grandiflora
Storm risk medium
Care and removal notesCarya illinoinensis
Storm risk medium
Care and removal notesTaxodium distichum
Storm risk low
Care and removal notesLagerstroemia indica
Storm risk low
Care and removal notesSee every species in the tree library.
Widely known concerns in this part of the country. If you see signs, ask a certified arborist or your state extension office. Ranges change, so check your state's official maps.
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Severe storms and tornadoes are most common in spring, and hurricane season runs from June to November, with the Gulf coast most exposed. Ice storms can hit in winter now and then.
Main storm months: March to May for severe storms; June to November for hurricanes
After a storm, stay away from downed lines and call the utility. Call 911 if anyone is in danger. Read what to do after a storm and our storm guides.
The cooler months are a good time to prune many trees. Heavy pruning of stressed trees in the heat of summer is usually avoided when possible. Ask an arborist about timing for your species.
Each species page lists its own best and worst times. See the month-by-month tree care calendar and when to prune.
Some Mississippi cities have tree ordinances for protected or large trees, so check your city's rules before removal. Short explanation, not legal advice.
Short explanation, not legal advice. Read our plain guide to tree permits.
For homeowners
State license required
Mississippi requires a state license for at least some tree work. Ask the company to show it. See the Mississippi state rules page for details and official links.
Get two or three written quotes. To find local pros, search Google Maps and read their reviews. Full steps in how to hire a tree service and the hiring checklist.
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Severe storms and tornadoes are most common in spring, and hurricane season runs from June to November. Ice storms can also hit in winter. Have large trees near your house checked before storm season.
The cooler months are a good time to prune many trees in Mississippi. Heavy pruning in the middle of summer is usually avoided when possible. An arborist can advise on your species.
There is no one rule that covers everything. Many cities and towns have their own tree ordinances, so check with your city or town before you cut anything large, especially a street tree or a protected tree. Short explanation, not legal advice.
Check Google reviews and ask for proof of insurance. Mississippi has a Tree Surgery License that applies when a company advertises as licensed, bonded or insured, so ask about it and read our state page. Get two or three written quotes.
A good written quote names the work for each tree, says who handles cleanup and hauling, and shows proof of insurance. Get two or three written quotes and compare what each one includes, not only the bottom line.
Stay away from any tree touching a power line and call the utility. Call 911 if anyone is in danger. If the tree is only on the ground and the area is safe, take photos for your insurance and call a local insured tree pro. Do not cut storm-loaded wood yourself.
Mississippi requires a state license for at least some tree work. Ask the company to show it. Our Mississippi state rules page has the details and links to official sources. Short explanation, not legal advice.
No. Lirevon is a remote marketing team for tree service companies. We do not do tree work and we do not list or rank tree companies. To find a local insured pro, search Google Maps, read their reviews and get two or three written quotes.