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Insect & Disease Issues

Identifying Common Fall Tree Insects (Pests)

September 8, 2021

Davey identifies the signs and symptoms of common Fall pests.

Soil Care & Mulching

What Mulch is Best For Repelling Bugs?

June 25, 2020

What mulch is best for repelling bugs? Try cedar, melaleuca, or plastic mulch! Cedar is known to repel ants, moths, mosquitoes, and carpet beetles. Melaleuca is known to keep away termites. Plastic mulch deters aphids, thrips, and whiteflies.

Leaf & Needle Problems

My Tree Has Empty Spots With No Leaves. What Should I Do?

June 18, 2019

Let’s get into the potential reasons why your trees might have leafless spots.

Tree Identification

Tree Identification: Do I Have An Oak Tree?

April 27, 2023

Here are some oak tree identification tips to help you better recognize these landscape giants.

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.

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 Identification

Tree Identification: Do I Have A Sweetgum Tree?

May 26, 2022

If you're a fan of fall color, a sweetgum tree might be perfect for you. Learn how to identify a sweetgum tree, when do sweetgum trees bloom, and how to handle sweetgum tree balls and care for your shade tree.

Insect & Disease Issues

Bagworms: Are They Harmful and How Can I Get Rid of Them?

April 26, 2022

Learn everything there is to know about Bagworms. What they look like, what type of damage they do and how you can get rid of them.

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