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
Why You Should Be Removing Ivy From Trees (And How To Do It!)
June 8, 2022
Does it harm trees for ivy to grow? Learn if you should remove ivy from trees and the best techniques for removing ivy from trees. You can even kill ivy with vinegar.
Tree Identification
Do I Have a Pin Oak?
April 29, 2021
Pin oak trees are one of the fastest-growing shade trees. Here are some characteristics to help identify if you have a pin oak. Hint, the pin oak tree leaves stand out among other oaks.
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.
Plant Health Care
Are Bumps on Branches and Trunks (Burls) Bad for Trees?
July 5, 2022
If you spot growing bumps on your tree trunk or bumps on tree branches, those are burls on trees! But are burls bad for trees? Usually not. Burls typically don’t do any harm to trees. But you should get to the bottom of why they're growing. Look for...
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.
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.
Tree Identification
Tree Identification: Do I Have A Magnolia Tree?
April 28, 2022
Learn more about magnolia tree flowers, magnolia tree leaves, types of magnolia trees, choosing a magnolia tree variety, and how to care for your magnolia tree.
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.
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