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.
Plant Health Care
When Do Tree Roots Grow The Most?
April 4, 2022
Do trees grow in winter? When do tree roots grow the fastest? Find everything you want to know about tree root growth - including how to help trees grow faster!
Plant Health Care
How To Care For Fruit Trees In Early Spring
March 12, 2020
You should prune apple, pear, plum and cherry trees in early spring (late February and early April) before they leaf out. Get all the tips and details on how to care for fruit trees in spring.
Leaf & Needle Problems
What to do if Your Palm Tree’s Spear Isn’t Opening Up (Majesty, Kentia)
March 7, 2019
If you’re worried about a spear leaf that just won’t open on your palm tree, keep reading for some common causes—and solutions—to this palm tree problem.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
5 Steps for Handling Snow Bent Tree Branches
January 24, 2022
Bill asked, "Should I shake the trees or otherwise try to remove the snow from the branches?” If trees are bent over in snow, usually, you shouldn't shake snow bent trees.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Do Nails, Screws Or Staples Hurt Trees?
May 7, 2019
Can you safely drill your tree with a nail or screw? Below, find out if your tree’s a good candidate, and get a guide to safely drilling nails, staples or screws into your tree.
Leaf & Needle Problems
Do Peach Trees Lose Their Leaves in the Fall?
September 24, 2020
Peach leaf curl is a fungal disease that targets trees during growing season. Once the fungus is in full swing there’s no way to stop it. Your best course of action is to treat the tree with fungicide before the next growing season.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How Long Do White Fluffy Seeds Last on Cottonwood Trees?
May 9, 2022
Those white fluffy seeds in the air in spring are cottonwood seeds! But how long does cottonwood season last? Cottonwood trees shed cotton for several weeks from late spring to early summer. But can you stop them from producing cotton? Here's how to reduce or stop it entirely.
The Key to Pruning Spring Flowering Trees
May 29, 2025
Learn the best times and techniques for pruning spring-flowering trees to ensure a vibrant and healthy garden. Find expert tips on when to prune and what trees to avoid.
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