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ABOUT US
TOTAL TREE HEALTH.
Integrative Tree Care is located in Kailua Kona, Hawaii, with a focus on Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle eradication using the Arborjet system. With over four decades of experience, our team is dedicated to promoting tree health and preserving Hawaii's landscapes.
CARING FOR HAWAII’S NATURAL HERITAGE
Integrative Tree Care is dedicated to preserving the health and longevity of trees across the Big Island. Our mission is simple: to protect the environment while helping property owners maintain safe, beautiful landscapes.
We combine modern tree care techniques with a deep respect for Hawaii’s natural ecosystem—ensuring every treatment supports long-term sustainability.
PROJECTS
Eradication
Our eradication projects aim to safeguard trees from destructive pests, ensuring a healthy environment. We employ innovative methods to combat infestations and protect tree populations.
Preservation
Our preservation projects are dedicated to protecting healthy trees and landscapes from potential threats. Through proactive care, monitoring, and maintenance, we help ensure long-term tree health while maintaining the natural beauty and balance of the environment.
Landscape Restoration
Our landscape restoration projects focus on revitalizing damaged or neglected outdoor spaces. We restore soil health, reintroduce appropriate plant life, and improve overall landscape structure to bring environments back to a thriving and sustainable condition.
MEET MICHAEL
THE VISION BEHIND INTEGRATIVE TREE CARE
Michael Bugenhagen
With more than 40 years of experience as a Golf Course Superintendent and arbor professional, I’ve spent my career caring for landscapes where every detail must look perfect, every day. Working in high-expectation environments taught me the importance of precision, consistency, and proactive care qualities that now define my approach to tree health.
My passion for understanding how trees function at their core led me to specialize in vascular trunk injections, a science-driven method that treats trees from the inside out. By delivering targeted solutions directly into a tree’s vascular system, I can address pests, diseases, nutrient deficiencies, and aesthetic concerns with accuracy and long-lasting results
WHAT I DO
Through Integrative Tree Care, I focus on:
Vascular injections
that support total tree health from the inside out
Environmentally conscious treatments
that minimize chemical exposure
Tree health diagnostics
based on decades of horticultural expertise
Customized
care plans
tailored to each species and environment
MY PHILOSOPHY
Trees are living systems with complex internal networks. When we treat them from within, we support their natural ability to heal, grow, and thrive. My goal is to provide effective, minimally invasive care that protects both the tree and the surrounding ecosystem.
WHY I DO THIS WORK
After decades managing golf courses where members expect flawless landscapes, I developed a deep respect for the role trees play in beauty, shade, structure, and environmental balance. There’s nothing more rewarding than restoring a tree’s health and watching it flourish for years to come.
Every tree has a story, and I’m committed to helping each one continue its growth with strength and vitality.
