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.
Tree Safety, Storm Prep & Recovery
Does Cabling a Tree Really Work?
November 10, 2022
Tree cabling and bracing is a proactive and preventative technique to support a tree with a poor or weak structure. Protecting your tree and giving it some support where necessary can help it withstand harsh storms.
Davey Knowledge
How To Reduce Heat Stress On Seattle Trees
April 17, 2025
Contact your local Davey Seattle office in Redmond, Lake Forest Park, Tacoma, and the surrounding areas to help you with your dry-season and watering maintenance.
Trimming & Pruning
Does Cutting Off Dead Branches Help A Tree?
October 24, 2022
Yes - cutting off dead branches does help a tree! Here's three science-backed reasons why, and as a bonus, learn if cut tree branches can grow back!
Tree Removal
Is Tree Stump Removal Necessary, Or Is It Better To Grind A Stump?
March 21, 2019
After removing a tree, what's left behind is that stump! Should you leave it, remove it Or, what about grinding the stump? Keep reading for answers about why and how to remove a tree stump.
Plant Health Care
Are Bumps on Branches and Trunks (Burls) Bad for Trees?
July 5, 2022
If you spot growing bumps on your tree trunk or bumps on tree branches, those are burls on trees! But are burls bad for trees? Usually not. Burls typically don’t do any harm to trees. But you should get to the bottom of why they're growing. Look for...
Plant Health Care
Applying Dormant Oils Can Help Protect Your Trees From Parasitic Insects
October 6, 2021
Dormant oils, also known as horticultural oils, will help to keep your trees and shrubs healthy and give you a head start on insect management in the spring.
Insect & Disease Issues
What Disease is Killing My Maple Tree?
November 17, 2022
Here are common signs of an unhealthy maple and how to save a dying maple tree to help you better protect and preserve your favorite tree.
Insect & Disease Issues
How to Survive Cicada Season with Netting for Trees
April 12, 2021
Learn how to survive cicada season with netting for trees.
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