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.
Trimming & Pruning
"Crepe Murder" Pruning Mistakes & Recovery
May 15, 2025
Avoid 'crepe murder'—the harmful over-pruning of crepe myrtles that can damage tree health and appearance. Learn proper pruning techniques to preserve beauty and longevity
Tree Identification
Ash Tree Identification: Do I Have An Ash Tree?
January 27, 2022
What does an Ash tree look like? Learn how to identify an Ash tree by these common characteristics: ash tree leaves, bark, and common types of ash trees.
Plant Health Care
Common Winter Tree Bark Damage: Sunscald and Frost Cracks
February 20, 2020
During winter, tree trunks can fall victims to sunscald injury and frost cracks. Here are a few tips on preventative winter tree care and here’s how to repair split bark on trees.
Tree Selection Guide
Best Trees and Plants for Bird Lovers
October 15, 2020
Learn how to attract birds to your yard by planting trees, flowers or shrubs that are native to your area. In this post, we share the best trees and flowers to consider that are bird-friendly. As well as flowers that attract hummingbirds.
Tree Selection Guide
Fall Foliage: Best Trees and Shrubs for Red Fall Color
November 12, 2020
Here’s a comprehensive list of the best trees and shrubs for red fall color. Included are details for optimal planting zones, sun exposure recommendations, and soil needs.
Plant Health Care
Is My Tree Dying Or Dead? Here’s How To Tell & What You Can Do
September 14, 2022
It’s important to know the difference between a dead and declining tree. Follow these steps on how to identify if a tree is dead, if a tree is dying and how to save a dying tree.
Tree Removal
What To Do With A Dead Tree In Your Yard
October 26, 2022
So, you've got a dead tree in your yard. How long does it take for a dead tree to fall? Should dead trees be cut down, or can you decorate or spray paint a dead tree?
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.
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