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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?

Property Maintenance & Landscaping

How To Dig Around & Trench Through Tree Roots

March 28, 2022

“How can I dig a 3-foot deep trench line near my 100-year-old oak without damaging it?” Learn how the best way to dig through (or cut through) tree roots.

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.

Tree Safety, Storm Prep & Recovery

How to Spot—And Protect—Trees from Lightning

July 19, 2021

What exactly happens when lightning strikes a tree? Learn that and how to tell if a tree was hit by lightning. Plus, you can protect your trees from lightning damage.

Plant Health Care

Can You Stop A Fruit Tree From Leaking Sap (Cherry, Plum Or Peach)?

May 4, 2022

Colleen said, “I have a plum tree that's oozing sap, and many branches feel dead. Is this OK?” Stop the tree from leaking sap and see if plum tree sap is edible.

Tree Removal

What To Do With Uprooted Trees: Replant or Remove?

October 28, 2021

Since trees take a while to grow and provide the shade, look, or privacy you crave, it’s never easy to lose one. Let’s look at the reasons for uprooted trees and what options you have to help save them.

Best And Worst Trees To Plant Near A House

Property Maintenance & Landscaping

How To Protect Trees During Construction

March 21, 2024

Learn how to protect your trees by taking the right steps before, during, and after construction.

Plant Health Care

How The Polar Freeze Could Affect Your Trees

January 10, 2021

Although snow is associated with frigid temperatures, the fluffy white snowflakes that often blanket your backyard this time of year actually help ensure the survival of your trees and plants through spring.

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