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How To Attract Birds To Your Yard
Tree Selection Guide
Best Trees and Plants for Bird Lovers
October 15, 2020
Learn how to attract birds to your yard by planting trees, flowers or shrubs that are native to your area. In this post, we share the best trees and flowers to consider that are bird-friendly. As well as flowers that attract hummingbirds.
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Trees Losing Leaves In Early Or Late Summer Or Early Fall Davey Tree
Leaf & Needle Problems
Why Are Trees Losing Leaves In August Or Early Fall?
September 1, 2021
A reader asked why her oak tree was losing all its leaves summer. If your tree is losing leaves in early summer (June) or late summer (August), find out why. We outline why oak, maple and ash trees lose leaves in summer. Or if you're seeing tree leaves lose leaves early in the fall, click here!
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Winter Tree Care Dormant Pruning
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.
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Tree Fertilization Resize
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...
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Davey Tree Maple Tree Helicopter
Tree Planting & Transplanting
Plant These Seedless Maples Without Helicopter Seeds
April 11, 2022
Looking for a maple tree without helicopter seeds? Check out this list of seedless maples! And learn if the sienna glen maple vs autumn blaze maple is better!
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Zigzag Elm Sawfly
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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Should I Wrap Tree In Burlap Evergreen In Winter Davey Tree
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Should I Wrap Trees for Winter Protection?
November 8, 2022
You bundle up in a heavy coat for winter, so should you help your trees cozy up, too? You should wrap your tree if...
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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?
April 13, 2022
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?
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