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.
Plant Health Care
When to Start Watering Trees in Spring
March 5, 2020
Depending on where you live, you should start watering your trees anywhere from mid-March to early May. How much should you water new trees? When is the best time to water trees? Get your tree watering tips here.
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.
Tree Planting & Transplanting
Can You Plant Trees, Shrubs or Evergreens in the Winter?
February 7, 2019
Interested in planting trees or shrubs in the winter? Here’s how to tell if it’s OK to plant in winter or if you should wait for a more suitable season.
Plant Health Care
What, When And Why: The Best Way To Fertilize Trees
May 11, 2021
Learn when your tree needs to be fertilized, the best tree fertilizer and the best time to fertilize your trees...
Insect & Disease Issues
How To Get Rid of Black Fungus on My Tree’s Trunk or Branches
April 12, 2022
Black fungus on your tree trunk or tree branches? Black knot disease is common in chokecherry trees and plum trees. Although you can eat plums from a tree with black knot, you should still contact an arborist to learn how to get rid of black knot on trees and how you can treat black knot fungus!
How to Get Ice Off Trees and Shrubs
January 16, 2020
Frozen tree branches are at risk of snapping under pressure, but it is best you don't remove ice from trees and shrubs. Here's what you can do to help your trees and shrubs recover from ice.
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.
Soil Care & Mulching
Why You Need to Keep Mulch Away from Tree Trunks
May 10, 2022
Mulching is great for your trees, but piling it too high and covering a tree's trunk, can cause decay. Learn why you should keep mulch away from tree trunks and how having mulch too thick around your tree can cause moisture build-up and could smother your tree's roots. Click here for more here!
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