Whether you're picking out a tree for your landscape or making a list for this season's to-dos, we have your tree care questions answered.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How To Protect Trees During Construction
March 21, 2024
Learn how to protect your trees by taking the right steps before, during, and after construction.
Insect & Disease Issues
Are All Ash Trees Susceptible to Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)?
August 15, 2019
A Davey blog reader reached out to ask if all ash tree species were susceptible to this pest and if the borer prefers younger trees or more mature ones. If you think your trees are vulnerable to EAB, continue reading to learn about the signs and how to control this pest.
Insect & Disease Issues
What Spider Builds Webs in Trees? And How to Get Rid Of Them
September 13, 2021
What are those web looking things in trees? Surprisingly, a spider didn't build it. Fall webworms did. Find out how to get rid of fall webworms and their webs.
Soil Care & Mulching
The Proper Way to Mulch Your Trees
March 30, 2021
Take a tip from trees in the natural setting when you tackle mulching. Proper tree mulching helps trees retain water, combat weeds and regulate soil temperature.
Tree Planting & Transplanting
Plants Under Trees: Protect the Root Flare
September 18, 2025
Plant under trees without smothering the trunk. Choose clumping, shallow‑rooted companions, keep the root flare visible, and build a breathable mulch ring.
Leaf & Needle Problems
Why Are My Trees Shedding or Losing Leaves in Spring?
March 28, 2022
For some trees, spring leaf drop is perfectly normal, But if you don’t have a tree that naturally loses its leaves in spring and your tree leaves appear curled, spotted, or brown, your tree could have an infection called anthracnose. Learn more about spring leaf drop and how to manage anthracnose.
Tree Planting & Transplanting
Helping Trees Recover from Transplant Shock
May 3, 2022
Leaves dropping after transplant? Not sure if your trees in shock or dead? Learn how to save a dying transplanted tree and about tree transplant shock recovery.
Davey Knowledge
Climate Change On Trees
June 16, 2022
How are forests affected by climate change? Learn more about the effects of climate change on tree species so you can better care for your trees.
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