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.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How to Make Good Garden Soil: A Step-by-Step Guide
May 21, 2019
Save time, money and your plants by giving them a good foundation from the start.
Tree Planting & Transplanting
Right Tree, Right Place: Tree Roots
August 4, 2022
Here are trees with invasive roots and what you can do to best manage them if you have them in your yard.
Tree Safety, Storm Prep & Recovery
Tree Safety: Why Do Trees Fall After Heavy Rain?
January 19, 2023
There are short-term and long-term impacts on your trees as a result of waterlogged soil. Learn more.
Tree Identification
Tree Identification Guide: How to Identify an Eastern Redbud Tree
July 29, 2021
Native to North America, Eastern redbud tree flowers are pea-like and rosy pink with tinges of purple on many varieties. They grow 20- to 30-feet tall and 25- to 30-feet wide, giving small landscapes just the right touch of color and interest.
Tree Selection Guide
Best Trees To Plant On Hillsides & Slopes (Evergreen & Shade)
October 17, 2022
Wondering what to plant on a slope to prevent erosion? Find the best evergreen and shade trees to plant on hillsides and steep slopes.
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 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.
Tree Identification
Shrub Identification: Do I Have A Red Twig Dogwood?
January 11, 2024
Let’s talk about red twig dogwood shrubs, how large a red twig dogwood gets, and how to trim a red twig dogwood so you can properly care for this beloved bush in your home landscape.
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