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.
Tree Identification
Do I Have a Blue Spruce Tree?
August 6, 2020
Learn how to care for Blue Spruce Trees like a professional. The key to a thriving blue spruce tree is good soil drainage. These trees can be planted in zones 2-7 and do well in cold climates. They need at least 6 hours of sun but can’t handle excessively hot or humid weather conditions.
Spring Tree Care Checklist: Prepare in 3 Phases
March 9, 2021
Follow the phases of spring tree care to boost tree nutrients and strength for a healthy growing season.
Plant Health Care
Common Winter Tree Bark Damage: Sunscald and Frost Cracks
February 20, 2020
During winter, tree trunks can fall victims to sunscald injury and frost cracks. Here are a few tips on preventative winter tree care and here’s how to repair split bark on trees.
Leaf & Needle Problems
Why Didn't My Forsythia Bloom This Year?
May 28, 2020
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.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
When to Remove Tree Wrap or Tree Guards After Winter
February 28, 2019
With protective wrap swaddled around trunks in winter, our trees can safely make it through the tough season. Read on to find out when you should remove tree wrap.
Leaf & Needle Problems
Why Are My Shrubs Turning Brown And Dying?
May 2, 2019
A once healthy shrub that’s now dull, dry and brown is likely in trouble. If your shrubs switched up on you, keep reading to find out how to step in and save them.
Davey Knowledge
Climate Facing Trees For U.S. Metropolitan Areas
October 27, 2023
The Davey Institute continues to research areas of the country to assess the shifting climate zones and determine what is the best tree to plant for climate change.
Invasive Pest Alert for Illinois: Elm Zigzag Sawfly
May 1, 2025
The elm zigzag sawfly, an invasive species, is targeting elm trees in the Chicago region. Most trees recover from this pest, but weakened and stressed trees are at risk.
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