Tree Service in Mission, TX

The mission is a city in Hidalgo County, Texas, United States. The city has a total area of 34.1 square miles (88.2 km2), of which 34.0 square miles (88.0 km2) are land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2), or 0.20%, is water. Located in USDA hardiness zones 9b, the summers in Mission are sweltering and oppressive; the winters are short, cool, and dry; and it is windy and partly cloudy year-round. Over the year, the temperature typically varies from 52°F to 98°F and is rarely below 39°F or above 102°F, and the land’s soils are reddish-brown to dark gray, slightly acid to alkaline loams or gray clays. Some native trees that perfectly compliment Mission: 

• Almonds – a beloved protein-rich staple technically considered a drupe instead of a true nut, grow on fairly compact trees that reach heights of 15–30 feet. Originating from the Middle East and South Asia, almond trees grow best in Mediterranean climates. Young green twigs mature to a purplish color, then turn grey in the second year. Leaves, which appear in spring after the flowers bloom, are 3–5″ long, and green. Few sweet almond trees will self-pollinate, so make sure you plant in twos.
• Celtis species – are generally medium-sized trees, reaching 35–80 ft tall, rarely up to 130 ft tall. The leaves are alternate, simple, 1 1⁄4–6 inches long, ovate-acuminate, and evenly serrated margins. The fruit is a small drupe 1⁄4–3⁄8 inches in diameter, edible in many species, with a dryish but sweet, sugary consistency, reminiscent of a date.
• live oaks – they are not true evergreens. Live oaks drop their leaves immediately before new leaves emerge in the spring. The bark is dark, thick, and furrowed longitudinally. The leaves are stiff and leathery, with the tops shiny dark green and the bottoms pale gray.

There are several grassy green areas in Mission with tree shade and wildlife observing experience some of which:

• Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park – The park has become a prime area for bird watching and butterfly watching and also features exhibits, a hiking trail, cycling, picnicking areas, tent camping, and meeting facilities. The park is open year-round and there is a park tram available.
• Nell Tolle Park – A Community Park, which includes a lighted baseball field, a baseball field with no lights, 3/4-mile walking trail, playground for ages 5-12, 6 picnic tables, football/soccer field, restrooms, and open play area.

The Parks and Recreation Department consists of three divisions: Parks, Recreation, and Aquatics. The maintenance and coordination of burials at 3 City Cemeteries also fall under the umbrella of Parks & Recreation. The Parks and Recreation Department has the responsibility of developing and maintaining 25 City Parks, 2 pools in the most cost-effective manner possible. Besides, Parks and Recreation Staff is responsible for city-wide graffiti removal, right-of-way mowing, special events, and all recreational activities. The Parks Dept. also manages the Mission Hike & Bike Trails and coordinates any activity or event at that site.