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Evergreen Tree Identification Guide
Tree Identification
Evergreen Tree Identification Guide: How to Tell the Difference Among Spruce, Fir and Pine Trees
December 17, 2020
Identifying evergreens can be tricky! Follow this guide on how to tell if you have a Spruce, Fir, or Pine tree by the shape of its needles and texture of cones. You will learn the different characteristics and differentiators.
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Can You Prune Or Cut Trees In Summer Davey Tree
Trimming & Pruning
Can You Prune or Cut Tree Limbs in Summer?
July 26, 2022
Wondering if you can prune trees in the summer? Usually, it’s best to prune trees in the dormant season when they don’t have any leaves. However, there are always exceptions. Learn more which trees you can cut in the summer - and the ones you shouldn't!
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How Much Water Do Newly Planted Trees Need Davey Tree
Plant Health Care
How Much Water Does a Newly-Planted Tree Need?
August 16, 2022
Keep the top 12 inches of soil around the root ball moist. Generally, that means 4-10 gallons each week. Click to pinpoint what's best for your tree.
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Hardy Trees
Tree Selection Guide
Top Hardy Trees & Shrubs (By Zone)
August 22, 2019
With a little research, you can find out exactly what flowers, trees, and shrubs will look the best in your yard while factoring in climate, temperature, and weather.
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Fall Foliage
Plant Health Care
Fall in Love with Healthy Trees This Season
August 26, 2021
Follow These Guidelines From Our Fall Checklist To Help Keep Your Trees Healthy
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Davey Tree Spring Pruning
Trimming & Pruning
Pruning Trees In Spring – Is It OK To Do?
April 13, 2022
You can do some spring tree pruning safely - as long as you know what trees to prune and why. Here's your guide to pruning trees in spring.
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Bumps Or Burls On Tree Trunk Davey Tree
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...
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Hanging Christmast Lights On Trees
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How to Put Christmas Lights on Tall Outdoor Trees
December 13, 2021
Wondering how to hang Christmas tree lights on tall outdoor trees or evergreens? Use these steps and see how many feet of lights your outdoor trees need.
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