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Trimming & Pruning

What Is Tree Topping and Why Topping Is Harmful to Trees

October 11, 2021

You heard it here. Tree topping is not good for trees. Learn why tree topping damages trees and the right way to reduce trees' height.

Tree Planting & Transplanting

Best Trees To Replace Ash (Ash Tree Alternatives By Zone)

June 20, 2022

If you removed an ash because of emerald ash borer, plant an ash tree replacement species. Discover the best ash tree alternatives to replace ash trees.

Tree Safety, Storm Prep & Recovery

How to Spot—And Protect—Trees from Lightning

July 19, 2021

What exactly happens when lightning strikes a tree? Learn that and how to tell if a tree was hit by lightning. Plus, you can protect your trees from lightning damage.

Property Maintenance & Landscaping

Tree Care Checklist: How To Keep Trees Healthy This Summer

May 19, 2022

Proper summer tree care can ensure your trees stand strong through heat, drought, storms, and stress. From summer tree pruning to dealing with summer leaf yellowing to tree fertilization to watering, we give you tips on how to care for trees in the summer.

Insect & Disease Issues

Ganoderma Root Rot Treatment

May 20, 2021

“Ganoderma root rot” is a fungus that causes a wood-decaying infection that occurs through tree wounds, and attacks a variety of deciduous trees, such as maples, oaks, and honey locusts, as well as ashes, elms, and some conifers as well as palms. Here are symptoms and signs.

Lawn Care & Maintenance

Have Japanese Beetles? Check & Control Lawn Grubs Now!

July 27, 2022

See Japanese beetles? Learn when to control and treat for grubs. In the Japanese beetle life cycle, they lay grubs. Look for symptoms of grubs now to prevent damage.

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Plant Health Care

Why is Water Coming Out of My Tree Trunk? (Bacterial Wetwood)

July 26, 2022

Is water pouring out of tree or tree trunk? This could be bacterial wetwood infection, also known as slime flux. Learn why your tree is leaking water and what you can do to help!

Insect & Disease Issues

Why Is My Tree Covered In Webs?

May 21, 2020

Tree webworms spin their webs at very tip of branches, while Eastern tent caterpillars spin their webs in tree “pockets.” Find a short list of common trees these tree pests feed on and how to proactively prevent them.

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