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Will Pine Tree Roots Damage A Foundation
Trimming & Pruning
Is It Safe To Cut Pine Roots Growing Close To My House?
When pine tree roots grow near your home foundation, you might wonder whether or not you can cut the roots of a tree without killing it. We provide answers to the question: Can you cut pine tree roots?
Poison Ivy Sign
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How to Get Rid of Poison Ivy on Your Property
A poison ivy plant can crowd out the plants that you want there. They take over the area and steal valuable water and nutrients from other the plants.
Black Twig Borer Control
Insect & Disease Issues
Tree Pest (Insect): Black Twig Borer
Plants commonly affected by Black twig borer (also referred to as black coffee borer or black coffee twig) include black gum, dogwood, Japanese maple, and more. Learn what black twig borer looks like, the life cycle, and control and prevention methods.
European Spruce Bark Beetle Ips Typographus On Wood Davey Tree
Insect & Disease Issues
What Trees Do Bark Beetles Attack and Can I Get Rid of Them?
Here are all the bark beetle facts you need! Learn what trees they attack and what they eat. You'll also learn the identification process for bark beetles, the damage they do and the treatment for bark beetles.
Shearing Stock Photo
Trimming & Pruning
What Is Shearing, And How's It Different From Pruning?
From pinching to pruning to heading to shearing, no two cuts are the same, and each technique gives our plants a distinct look and feel. Below, find out which is best for your plant.
Best Time To Prune Evergreens
Trimming & Pruning
When to Trim Evergreens
Different evergreen species have different pruning requirements compared to others and trimming timeframes. Be careful to not over prune the plant and cause additional challenges like inviting diseases or pests.
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Tree Planting & Transplanting
How to Fix a Tree Planted Too Deep
Did you make the most common tree planting mistake? Check that you didn’t plant your tree too deep. See if you planted your new tree too deeply and learn how to fix the problem.
Whats Wrong With My Forsythia
Leaf & Needle Problems
Why Didn't My Forsythia Bloom This Year?
Here are some issues that can stop forsythia shrubs from flowering: improper pruning, fungal diseases, placement in the yard, harsh winter and well-drained soil. Leaf problems, like discoloration or wilting, could be a sign the bush is dying.
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