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Can You Keep Big Trees Small Davey Tree
Trimming & Pruning
Can You Keep Big Trees Small or Limit Tree Height?
Learn how you can limit tree height and how to keep big trees small. You can’t actually stop a tree from growing taller or stunt the growth of a tree, but you can limit tree height by pruning it to keep it small. You can even keep a cherry tree or oak tree small by pruning it the right way.
Planting Trees Near Driveway
Tree Selection Guide
Best Trees to Plant Near a Driveway by Zone
Here’s a list of the best trees to plant near a driveway for shade, fast-growing, and narrow driveway. All organized by growing zones, growth heights, and things to consider.
How To Keep Ticks Out Of Your Yard Davey Tree
Insect & Disease Issues
How to Keep Ticks Out of Your Yard
With the uptick in tick-related diseases, you need to be more vigilant about keeping ticks out of your yard! Here are a few tips to do just that. Start by...
Pine Needle Mulch
Soil Care & Mulching
Can I Use Pine Needles For Mulch?
Pine needles are handy to have all year long. When it’s time to mulch your plants and trees, consider using the needles that have fallen in your yard
Zigzag Elm Sawfly
Invasive Pest Alert for Illinois: Elm Zigzag Sawfly
The elm zigzag sawfly, an invasive species, is targeting elm trees in the Chicago region. Most trees recover from this pest, but weakened and stressed trees are at risk.
Should I Wrap Tree In Burlap Evergreen In Winter Davey Tree
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Should I Wrap Trees for Winter Protection?
You bundle up in a heavy coat for winter, so should you help your trees cozy up, too? You should wrap your tree if...
Ivy Growing On Trees
Trimming & Pruning
Why You Should Be Removing Ivy From Trees (And How To Do It!)
Does it harm trees for ivy to grow? Learn if you should remove ivy from trees and the best techniques for removing ivy from trees. You can even kill ivy with vinegar.
Crabgrass (2)
Lawn Care & Maintenance
How To Get Rid Of Crabgrass In The Summer
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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