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Pick the Right Trees for Drought-Prone Landscapes

April 9, 2021

Plant Health Care

Seasonal Boxwood Shrub Care

December 14, 2023

Here are some tips for how to care for boxwood shrubs so you can keep these hedges healthy and tidy all year long.

Trimming & Pruning

What Is Shearing, And How's It Different From Pruning?

March 26, 2019

From pinching to pruning to heading to shearing, no two cuts are the same, and each technique gives our plants a distinct look and feel. Below, find out which is best for your plant.

How To Save A Dying Redwood Brown Needles Drought Davey Tree

Plant Health Care

How to Tell if a Redwood Tree is Dying (And If You Can Save It)

May 30, 2022

How do you tell if a redwood tree is dying? Is it turning brown or yellowing? You may have a distressed redwood tree. To help, you almost always need to give them more water. Learn more about how to water and how it could save a dying redwood tree!

Tree Selection Guide

Best Oak Trees To Plant for Color

September 2, 2021

Here are some common oak tree varieties that can give you an amazing tree for shade, great texture and interest, and amazing fall color.

Will Pine Tree Roots Damage A Foundation

Trimming & Pruning

Is It Safe To Cut Pine Roots Growing Close To My House?

April 13, 2022

When pine tree roots grow near your home foundation, you might wonder whether or not you can cut the roots of a tree without killing it. We provide answers to the question: Can you cut pine tree roots?

Davey Knowledge

Mistletoe in Trees

February 8, 2024

Mistletoe grows as a parasite on woody plants. Let’s dive deeper into what mistletoe looks like, where it grows, how mistletoe spreads, and tips for controlling mistletoe in trees.

Can You Prune Or Cut Trees In Summer Davey Tree

Trimming & Pruning

Can You Prune or Cut Tree Limbs in Summer?

July 26, 2022

Wondering if you can prune trees in the summer? Usually, it’s best to prune trees in the dormant season when they don’t have any leaves. However, there are always exceptions. Learn more which trees you can cut in the summer - and the ones you shouldn't!

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