As the leaves begin to turn, join host Veronica Theodoro for a discussion on the world of trees and their importance in our everyday lives. Mike Sestric, president of Trees, Forests, and Landscapes, shares his extensive knowledge gained from 30-plus years in tree care across Missouri and California. As a board-certified master arborist and president of the Midwest Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture, Mike dispels common misconceptions about tree care and offer insights on how to best care for trees in our own neighborhoods. Tune in for a conversation about the essential role trees play in our environment and how to invest in them wisely. Listen and follow House of Lou on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

This episode is sponsored by Habitat for Humanity St. Louis ReStores. 

Shop and donate new and used building materials, furniture, and home improvement supplies at Habitat for Humanity ReStores while also supporting affordable housing in St. Louis. To learn about store locations and hours of operation, visit habitatstl.org.

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Mentioned in this episode:

• Byrd Designer Consignment 
• Ditton Family Resale 
• May’s Place 
• DOS Resale Boutique 
• Forty Elephants 
• Trees, Forests, and Landscapes 
• Forest ReLeaf of Missouri 
• Missouri Botanical Garden 
• Midwestern Chapter International Society of Arboriculture 
• St. Louis Arborist Association 
• Forrest Keeling Nursery

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