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
Are Bumps on Branches and Trunks (Burls) Bad for Trees?
July 5, 2022
If you spot growing bumps on your tree trunk or bumps on tree branches, those are burls on trees! But are burls bad for trees? Usually not. Burls typically don’t do any harm to trees. But you should get to the bottom of why they're growing. Look for...
Trimming & Pruning
Why You Should Be Removing Ivy From Trees (And How To Do It!)
June 8, 2022
Does it harm trees for ivy to grow? Learn if you should remove ivy from trees and the best techniques for removing ivy from trees. You can even kill ivy with vinegar.
Leaf & Needle Problems
Palm Tree Fronds Turning Brown or Drooping on Outdoor Palm Trees? Try…
January 24, 2019
Does your palm tree have droopy, discolored leaves? Get back to enjoying your dreamy palm trees with this advice on restoring a droopy, brown tree.
Plant Health Care
What Is the Best Fertilizer for Palm Trees – and When to Fertilize
March 21, 2022
What kind of fertilizer do you use on a palm tree? A slow-release fertilizer made for palm trees is best. Homemade palm fertilizers don't provide enough nutrients, but you can fertilize with Epsom salts if they have lack magnesium. Also, learn when to fertilize palms, even in Florida.
Trimming & Pruning
When Is The Best Time To Prune Trees?
February 25, 2022
We answer your most common questions about when to trim, or prune, trees to promote healthy growth.
Tree Selection Guide
Top Hardy Trees & Shrubs (By Zone)
August 22, 2019
With a little research, you can find out exactly what flowers, trees, and shrubs will look the best in your yard while factoring in climate, temperature, and weather.
Tree Identification
Do I Have a Pin Oak?
April 29, 2021
Pin oak trees are one of the fastest-growing shade trees. Here are some characteristics to help identify if you have a pin oak. Hint, the pin oak tree leaves stand out among other oaks.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How To Help Trees Recover From Winter Dieback
March 19, 2020
Don’t panic! Winter tree dieback does not mean your tree is a goner. Learn how to recover your trees from these common winter damages: sunscald, winter desiccation, soil damage from salt, and snow and ice damage.
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