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.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Is It OK To Keep Outdoor Tree Lights On Year Round?
December 19, 2022
Can you safely use outdoor tree lights year round? Learn about types of lights for trees outside and how to safely use outdoor hanging tree lights year round.
Insect & Disease Issues
How To Get Rid Of Japanese Beetles Eating Your Landscape Plants
August 10, 2022
Learn what methods are used to control Japanese beetles - even on fruit trees with neem oil. There are home remedies to control Japanese beetle infestations.
Plant Health Care
Can You Stop A Fruit Tree From Leaking Sap (Cherry, Plum Or Peach)?
May 4, 2022
Colleen said, “I have a plum tree that's oozing sap, and many branches feel dead. Is this OK?” Stop the tree from leaking sap and see if plum tree sap is edible.
Tree Identification
Trees That Shed Bark During Summer
August 3, 2023
For some species, trees that shed bark in the summer is a perfectly normal occurrence in the summer months. It’s a part of that tree’s natural aging process.
Tree Identification
Tree Identification: Do I Have A Sassafras Tree?
July 11, 2024
What does a sassafras tree look like? If you suspect you have a sassafras tree in your yard, or if you’re on the lookout for one to plant, recognizing its unique features will be crucial. Here are key characteristics and tips on proper care.
Leaf & Needle Problems
How to Stop Needles from Falling Off Your Christmas Tree
December 13, 2022
Tired of sweeping up those prickly needles after stepping on them? Well, try this trick to stop that!
Tree Planting & Transplanting
My Cut Christmas Tree Is Growing Or Budding…Can I Plant It?
December 12, 2022
If a Christmas tree is inactive for long enough outside, the heat inside could prompt it to begin growing as if it’s springtime. Unfortunately replanting a Christmas tree doesn’t work. But with a ton of patience, it is possible to grow a new plant from one of the branches, learn how.
Soil Care & Mulching
Should Humates Be Applied Before or After Fertilizer?
April 18, 2024
You don’t have to apply humates before or after fertilizer; you can actually mix humates with other fertilizers and apply them at the same time.
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