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Identifying Crabgrass
Lawn Care & Maintenance
How to Identify Crabgrass
Crabgrass looks like a coarse, yellowish-green clump of grass. There are plenty of Crabgrass look-alikes that can be commonly mistaken as other lawn weeds. Learn the distinguishing factors to help identify the lawn weed in your yard. Also, how to effectively get rid of crabgrass.
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Plant Health Care
Fall Tree Care: Replenish Lost Nutrients With Fertilizer
Find out the four benefits to applying a slow-release fertilizer to your trees during the fall season, and tips for choosing the right fertilizer.
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Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How To Properly Install A Tree Swing And Avoid Damage To My Tree
about the best approach to creating a kid-proof, tree-friendly swing.
Fall Checklist
Plant Health Care
Signs & Symptoms Of A Sick Tree
Wondering if your tree is sick? See what’s wrong with your tree. First…
Do Deer Eat Leyland Cypress
Tree Selection Guide
Fast Growing Tree for Privacy: Leyland Cypress
A leyland cypress should be planted in hardiness zones 6-10, and the tree needs at least 6 full hours of sunlight every day. It can grow to a height of 50 to 70 feet and should be planted in fall or spring. The most important thing is to avoid planting this evergreen in the heat of summer.
Do Deer Eat Leyland Cypress
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How to Protect & Repair Trees from Animals: Deer, Rabbits, Squirrels
Your trees are staples in your yard, and while you welcome wildlife, you’d hate to see them destroy these strong, sturdy plants in your yard. Here is how to protect your trees from animals.
Rocks And Mulch
Soil Care & Mulching
Landscaping Pros & Cons Of Rocks Vs. Mulch
Learn the landscaping pros and cons of mulch vs. rocks including benefits of river rock vs. mulch, and replacing mulch with stone.
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Plant Health Care
Getting Rid of Sweetgum Tree Balls
Learn when sweetgum tree balls fall, if they're edible and how to stop sweetgum trees from producing. Or you could plant a fruitless sweetgum tree as an alternative.
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