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Tree Planting & Transplanting
Is It OK to Plant a Tree in the Same Spot?
Is it okay to plant a tree in the same spot where an old one was just removed? Planting a tree where a tree was before is possible. But no, it probably isn’t the best idea! Learn why and learn how close can you plant a tree to a stump and if it's ok to plant a new one over a ground out stump.
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Tree Planting & Transplanting
When Is The Best Time Of Year To Plant Trees? (Evergreens and Maples)
With the summer heat gone, fall is the best time to plant new trees! But is it the best time to plant all trees? Is fall still the best time to plant evergreen, pine, maple, and birch trees?
Rocky Soil Plants
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Landscaping in Rocky Soil
Planting in rocky soil is possible but takes a little extra prep work. Follow this step-by-step guide on how to prepare rocky soil for planting grass seed and trees.
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Tree Selection Guide
Best Trees To Plant On Hillsides & Slopes (Evergreen & Shade)
Wondering what to plant on a slope to prevent erosion? Find the best evergreen and shade trees to plant on hillsides and steep slopes.
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Lawn Care & Maintenance
Should I Fertilize My Lawn In The Fall? Yes! Here’s Why And How.
Learn when you should put fertilizer on the lawn in fall and the best time of day to fertilize lawn. Plus, should you fertilie lawn before or after rain
Tree Stress
Plant Health Care
Why Is My Tree Thinning Out in Summer? Understanding Mid-Season Canopy Loss 
Noticing a thinner tree canopy this summer? Learn the difference between normal seasonal leaf loss and signs of stress, root problems, pests, or disease affecting tree health. 
Tree With Transplant Shock Brown Leaves On New Tree Davey Tree
Tree Planting & Transplanting
Helping Trees Recover from Transplant Shock
Leaves dropping after transplant? Not sure if your trees in shock or dead? Learn how to save a dying transplanted tree and about tree transplant shock recovery.
Frozen Tree Branches
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Help! I Have Trees Bent Over by Ice. What Do I Do?
The best thing to do with frozen tree branches is to leave them alone! Once the ice melts you can assess the tree branch for pruning. If a large tree branch breaks off from ice or snow, contact a local arborist to discuss options like cabling and bracing.
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