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Do I Have a Blue Spruce Tree?

August 6, 2020

Learn how to care for Blue Spruce Trees like a professional. The key to a thriving blue spruce tree is good soil drainage. These trees can be planted in zones 2-7 and do well in cold climates. They need at least 6 hours of sun but can’t handle excessively hot or humid weather conditions.

Planting A Christmas Tree With Root Ball

Tree Planting & Transplanting

How to Plant a Live Christmas Tree with Root Ball in the Garden

January 9, 2018

Here is your Christmas tree planting guide with directions how to plant a Christmas tree without roots and how to plant a Christmas tree in the garden.

Tree Planting & Transplanting

How To Transplant A Tree: What To Do And What Not To Do

April 16, 2021

Planting A New Tree Where One Was Removed Davey Tree

Tree Planting & Transplanting

Is It OK to Plant a Tree in the Same Spot?

April 19, 2022

Is it okay to plant a tree in the same spot where an old one was just removed? Planting a tree where a tree was before is possible. But no, it probably isn’t the best idea! Learn why and learn how close can you plant a tree to a stump and if it's ok to plant a new one over a ground out stump.

Tree Selection Guide

The Best and Worst Trees to Plant Near a House (By Zone)

April 19, 2022

Learn about the worst trees to plant near your house and what trees to avoid such as the white ash and oak because of their widespread, invasive roots.

Chinaberry Leaning After Hurricane Charley

Plant Health Care

Can You Save a Leaning Tree?

July 12, 2021

Learn a few common causes for leaning trees – and see if the tree can be saved or straightened.

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Plant Health Care

Can a Tree Freeze to Death in Winter?

February 7, 2022

Can a tree freeze to death? It's rare, but trees do freeze at certain temperatures (generally 20-20 degrees). Learn what happens to trees in the winter and how trees (including pine) survive winter.

Trimming & Pruning

Help! How Do I Fix a Topped Tree?

November 8, 2021

Topping trees is harmful. If you already topped your tree and cut off its top, learn how to fix it. With these 5 steps, you can likely repair your topped tree.

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