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.
Trimming & Pruning
Avoid Pruning Oak Trees in Summer – Oak Wilt Causes
August 2, 2021
If you love oak trees as much as us, you’ve dreaded the deadly oak wilt disease. Read on to learn why, pruning oak trees in summer increases their risk of oak wilt.
Plant Health Care
Can You Save a Leaning Tree?
July 12, 2021
Learn a few common causes for leaning trees – and see if the tree can be saved or straightened.
Plant Health Care
Can a Tree Freeze to Death in Winter?
February 7, 2022
Can a tree freeze to death? It's rare, but trees do freeze at certain temperatures (generally 20-20 degrees). Learn what happens to trees in the winter and how trees (including pine) survive winter.
Davey Knowledge
What's Growing On My Tree: Spanish Moss Or Ball Moss
March 7, 2024
Let’s talk about what Spanish moss and ball moss are, what trees they grow on, and how to get rid of Spanish moss and ball moss if necessary.
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.
Plant Health Care
What Time of Year Do Pine Trees Drip Sap (and Can I Stop It?)
February 21, 2022
What time of year do pine trees drip sap, and how much pine sap is excessive? If it's golden brown, no need to stop tree sap from running or sapping. That's normal in spring. But if you see your pine tree oozing white sap (or a white substance on pine trees), there's a problem. Click here for more.
Tree Removal
What To Do With A Dead Tree In Your Yard
October 26, 2022
So, you've got a dead tree in your yard. How long does it take for a dead tree to fall? Should dead trees be cut down, or can you decorate or spray paint a dead tree?
Davey Knowledge
What Milder Winters Mean for Your Trees: Dormancy Disruption & How to Respond
December 18, 2025
Warmer winters disrupt tree dormancy, leading to early bud swell, frost injury, and poor blooming. Learn how to spot stress, protect roots, and adapt your tree care.
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