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
Tapping Doesn’t Seriously Damage Maple Trees (But Don't Plug Holes)
February 28, 2022
Tapping doesn't seriously damage maple trees - if you do it right! First, learn if your maple tree is big enough to tap (and if so many taps you can make per maple tree). Then, at the end of the season, you shouldn't be plugging maple tap holes. Trees will grow over that tiny hole in no time!
Trimming & Pruning
When Is the Best Time to Prune Palm Trees?
August 23, 2021
Unlike most trees, there is no best time of year to prune a palm. It depends on how your tree looks. Determine if your palm tree needs pruning by looking for...
Tree Identification
How To Tell What Type Of Tree I Have
May 17, 2021
With over 23,000 types of trees, which type do you have in your yard? Here's how to identify trees.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Can I Use A Pressure Washer To Clean Or Spray Trees?
October 10, 2022
How can I spray tall trees with a pressure washer to clean it? Or would you recommend spraying insecticide with a power washer? Learn more about pressure washing trees.
Tree Identification
Hawthorn Trees: Varieties, Diseases, & Landscaping Tips for Your Yard
June 26, 2025
Discover the beauty and benefits of Hawthorn trees for your yard. Learn about common varieties, disease management, and landscaping tips.
Leaf & Needle Problems
What Happens If Trees Bud Too Early?
February 28, 2022
Because of the warm winter, your trees may be budding already. Is it bad if trees start budding in winter? Learn if they'll bloom again and how to protect them.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Prevent Ice Damage On Trees
December 13, 2021
How can you help prevent ice damage to trees? Learn more here
Davey Knowledge
Climate Facing Trees For U.S. Metropolitan Areas
October 27, 2023
The Davey Institute continues to research areas of the country to assess the shifting climate zones and determine what is the best tree to plant for climate change.
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