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.
Tree Planting & Transplanting
How To Stake A Tree Properly (And How Long To Keep It Staked)
May 9, 2022
Learn how to stake a tree properly - including how long should you keep a tree staked and tree staking methods for staking a new tree for support.
Tree Planting & Transplanting
How To Transplant A Tree: What To Do And What Not To Do
April 16, 2021
Tree Planting & Transplanting
How to Fix a Tree Planted Too Deep
May 5, 2021
Did you make the most common tree planting mistake? Check that you didn’t plant your tree too deep. See if you planted your new tree too deeply and learn how to fix the problem.
Leaf & Needle Problems
Managing Fallen Leaves In Your Yard
October 6, 2022
Are dead leaves harmful to plants or soil? Here are the benefits of fallen leaves and tips on how to best manage fallen leaves in your yard.
Plant Health Care
What is the Best Fertilizer for Evergreen Trees?
October 11, 2022
Got an evergreen with a "blah" color? Do a soil test to see if it needs fertilizer. Then, decide between a slow-release product or evergreen spike. First...
Leaf & Needle Problems
Uh Oh - My Tree Has Buds, But No Leaves?
May 25, 2022
If your tree has buds but no leaves, what's going on? Learn why your tree buds are not opening and turning into leaves.
Plant Health Care
Winter Salt Damage on Shrubs: What To Do Before Spring Growth
February 20, 2026
Don’t wait for spring to repair salt-damaged shrubs. Learn how to spot early signs of salt stress, flush harmful buildup from soil, and restore shrub health before new growth begins.
Plant Health Care
Are Bumps on Branches and Trunks (Burls) Bad for Trees?
July 5, 2022
If you spot growing bumps on your tree trunk or bumps on tree branches, those are burls on trees! But are burls bad for trees? Usually not. Burls typically don’t do any harm to trees. But you should get to the bottom of why they're growing. Look for...
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