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Tree Selection Guide

The Best and Worst Trees to Plant Near a House (By Zone)

April 19, 2022

Learn about the worst trees to plant near your house and what trees to avoid such as the white ash and oak because of their widespread, invasive roots.

Property Maintenance & Landscaping

Maximize Your Yard's Curb Appeal to Homebuyers

July 9, 2019

Putting your home on the market? Get your yard ready! Breeze through the tips below to get your yard in good shape before a sale.

Lawn Care & Maintenance

What Type Of Grass Do I Have?

September 17, 2019

Starting a lawn from scratch? It’s important to identify your grass type based on where you live. Here are common grass types for cool and warm regions.

Trimming & Pruning

What Exactly Does The Dormant Season Mean For Your Trees?

December 17, 2021

Tree dormancy is a phrase often used while discussing landscaping, but what exactly does it mean?

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Leaf & Needle Problems

Why ‘Bradford’ Callery Pear Tree Leaves Are Brown, Black or Falling Off

June 14, 2022

Are your Bradford or ornamental pear tree leaves turning black, brown, dying or falling off? Your Bradford pear is likely dealing with a common springtime fruit tree infection: fire blight. Learn more about fire blight and how you can help your tree.

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Leaf & Needle Problems

What Is This White Fuzz On Tree Branches? (And How To Treat)

November 14, 2022

See white fuzz on tree branches and suspect a white fungus? It may be hemlock woolly adelgid! Learn hemlock woolly adelgid facts, like life cycle, damage & treatment.

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Insect & Disease Issues

Diplodia Tip Blight On Pines

January 18, 2021

Diplodia fungus causes the tips of your pine needles to turn brown and mostly occurs during the growing season from March through October. Ways to treat diplodia tip blight is first by keeping your pine and evergreens healthy and properly irrigated throughout the year. Learn more.

Soil Care & Mulching

Is Organic Mulch Better for My Trees & Plants? | Davey Blog

August 29, 2019

Different mulches can have different benefits and figuring out which works best for your yard or garden will help you reach your landscaping goals.

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