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Planting A Christmas Tree With Root Ball
Tree Planting & Transplanting
How to Plant a Live Christmas Tree with Root Ball in the Garden
Here is your Christmas tree planting guide with directions how to plant a Christmas tree without roots and how to plant a Christmas tree in the garden.
Crepe Myrtle Tree
Tree Identification
Do I Have a Crepe Myrtle Tree?
Learn how to identify a myrtle tree by leaf shape and color, flower characteristics, and bark textures. Also gain insight on how to properly care for a crepe myrtle tree like how much sunlight requires, where to plant it, and the best time for trimming.
Norway Spruce Tree
Tree Identification
Do I Have a Norway Spruce?
Learn how to easily identify a Norway Spruce by the tree’s shape, bark, needle color, and cone. Find details on how to properly care for Norway Spruces from suitable grow zones, ideal planting spots, and common threats.
What Trees To Add To Increase Property Value Davey Tree
Tree Planting & Transplanting
What Trees to Add (Or Cut Down) To Increase Property Value
Trees do affect property value. The best trees to increase property value are hardy, disease-resistant trees, like oak or maple. Trees such as fruit and palm are nice but do not add extra value to your home or property. Cutting down trees increases property value if your tree poses a risk.
Overwintering Pests
Insect & Disease Issues
What Are Overwintering Pests and How To Prevent Them
Scale insects and Aphids are just a couple overwintering bugs that hide away on trees and shrubs during the winter season. Here’s what you need to know about scale and aphids, how to prevent them and treatment options.
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Insect & Disease Issues
Are All Ash Trees Susceptible to Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)?
A Davey blog reader reached out to ask if all ash tree species were susceptible to this pest and if the borer prefers younger trees or more mature ones. If you think your trees are vulnerable to EAB, continue reading to learn about the signs and how to control this pest.
Verticillium Wilt Sarah Ruark AD
Insect & Disease Issues
Verticillium Wilt Threatens Japanese Maples
Here are the first signs and symptoms of verticillium wilt on your Japanese maples and what you can do for treatment and stop it from spreading.
Mowed Grass
Lawn Care & Maintenance
Best Way To Get Rid Of Grass Clippings? Compost! Here’s How.
Compost is the best way to get rid of grass clippings after mowing. Learn how to compost grass clippings and how long it takes for grass clippings to decompose.
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