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Soil Care & Mulching
The Best Way to Cover Your Exposed Tree Roots
November 3, 2021
What's the best way cover tree roots above ground? Add mulch? Or perhaps topsoil or grass seed? How about gravel or concrete? Click to find your best option.
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Caring For A Live Potted Christmas Tree With Roots Davey Tree
Plant Health Care
How to Look After (or Revive) A Potted Christmas Tree
December 20, 2022
While your tree's inside, you've got to keep it as healthy-as-can be so that it thrives for years when you plant it. To keep it in good spirits, first...
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Planting A New Tree Where One Was Removed Davey Tree
Tree Planting & Transplanting
Is It OK to Plant a Tree in the Same Spot?
April 19, 2022
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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Look Out For Winter Tree Damage
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Why You Should Start Looking For Winter Tree Damage
February 17, 2022
Spring is a great time to inspect your trees for both obvious and not-so-obvious problems.
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Boy Watering
Plant Health Care
What Is Deep Root Watering Of A Tree?
July 14, 2021
What is slow watering vs. deep root watering? Is it the best way to water trees? Do you need a tree deep watering tool? Learn more.
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Tree Root
Plant Health Care
How Mycorrhizal Fungi Support Tree Health
August 7, 2025
Discover how mycorrhizal fungi form symbiotic relationships with trees and the signs of healthy fungal partnerships.
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Black Twig Borer Control
Insect & Disease Issues
Tree Pest (Insect): Black Twig Borer
May 13, 2021
Plants commonly affected by Black twig borer (also referred to as black coffee borer or black coffee twig) include black gum, dogwood, Japanese maple, and more. Learn what black twig borer looks like, the life cycle, and control and prevention methods.
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Davey Tree Trenching Through Tree Roots
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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