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Soil Care & Mulching
Why You Need to Keep Mulch Away from Tree Trunks
May 10, 2022
Mulching is great for your trees, but piling it too high and covering a tree's trunk, can cause decay. Learn why you should keep mulch away from tree trunks and how having mulch too thick around your tree can cause moisture build-up and could smother your tree's roots. Click here for more here!
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Lawn Care & Maintenance
Should I Alternate Directions Each Time I Mow?
August 8, 2019
Read about why you absolutely should change up the route each time you mow. And, get tips on the best mowing patterns for your machine.
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Lawn Care & Maintenance
How To Get Rid Of Crabgrass In The Summer
June 13, 2022
Learn what crabgrass looks like, why crabgrass is bad and how to get rid of crabgrass with and without chemicals. Here are steps to remove and kill crabgrass in summer.
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How To Prepare Trees For Winter
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Tree Care Checklist: How to Keep Trees Healthy This Winter
December 6, 2021
Follow our ultimate checklist filled with tips on how to prepare your landscape and trees for the winter, cold weather.
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When To Fertilize Trees In Spring
Plant Health Care
Spring Tree Care: Tree Fertilizer To Replenish Nutrients
March 10, 2022
Learn the best time to fertilize trees in spring and why fertilizing trees in spring is important to overall tree health, strength, and appearance.
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Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How To Dig Around & Trench Through Tree Roots
March 28, 2022
“How can I dig a 3-foot deep trench line near my 100-year-old oak without damaging it?” Learn how the best way to dig through (or cut through) tree roots.
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Plant Health Care
How to Water Trees and Shrubs with Drip Irrigation (and Tips!)
August 30, 2022
Drip irrigation systems automatically deliver the right amount of water to trees and shrubs. So, you get to soak up the savings (and more free time). Start by...
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Watering Stock
Plant Health Care
When to Start Watering Trees in Spring
March 5, 2020
Depending on where you live, you should start watering your trees anywhere from mid-March to early May. How much should you water new trees? When is the best time to water trees? Get your tree watering tips here.
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