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Tree Selection Guide
Best Trees For Hanging A Tree Swing (Tire, Wooden and Seat)
July 21, 2021
The most important step in installing a tree swing is choosing the right tree.
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Cat Proof Christmas Tree Ideas
Christmas Tree Care
Cat Proof Christmas Tree Ideas and Tips
December 12, 2019
It is possible to cat proof your Christmas tree this year! Check out these tips and ideas on how to make your Christmas tree pet-friendly and stop your cat from climbing it.
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Do Deer Eat Leyland Cypress
Tree Selection Guide
Fast Growing Tree for Privacy: Leyland Cypress
August 27, 2020
A leyland cypress should be planted in hardiness zones 6-10, and the tree needs at least 6 full hours of sunlight every day. It can grow to a height of 50 to 70 feet and should be planted in fall or spring. The most important thing is to avoid planting this evergreen in the heat of summer.
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091715 Leaf Disease Oak Anthracnose
Insect & Disease Issues
Tree Troubles in Wet Weather: Tri-State Pest & Disease Guide
July 10, 2025
Learn how wet weather impacts tree health in NY, NJ, and CT. Explore common pests and fungal diseases, their symptoms, and the trees they affect.
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Davey Tree Ash Tree Replacements
Tree Planting & Transplanting
Best Trees To Replace Ash (Ash Tree Alternatives By Zone)
June 20, 2022
If you removed an ash because of emerald ash borer, plant an ash tree replacement species. Discover the best ash tree alternatives to replace ash trees.
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Live Oak Englunds Tree Service
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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Bare Tree With No Leaves In Winter
Plant Health Care
How To Tell If A Tree Is Dead In Winter
January 25, 2022
In winter, many worry: Is my tree dead or dormant? Use this 3-step check to tell if your tree is dead in winter or just dormant.
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Webworm End Of Branch
Insect & Disease Issues
Why Is My Tree Covered In Webs?
May 21, 2020
Tree webworms spin their webs at very tip of branches, while Eastern tent caterpillars spin their webs in tree “pockets.” Find a short list of common trees these tree pests feed on and how to proactively prevent them.
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