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Plant Health Care
It Looks Like The Roots Are Strangling My Tree
Tree girdling roots is commonly caused by improper planting, like piling too much mulch up against the tree trunk. To help alleviate girdling roots, a certified arborist will use a special tool with compressed air to excavate the soil without damaging the tree.
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Leaf & Needle Problems
What Happens If Trees Bud Too Early?
Because of the warm winter, your trees may be budding already. Is it bad if trees start budding in winter? Learn if they'll bloom again and how to protect them.
Perennial Pruning Guide
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Perennial Plant Care: What You Need to Know About Cutting Back Perennials
All perennials need to be cut back for healthy growth. Depending on the type of plant some should be cut back in late fall or early winter, while others in spring. Learn how to properly cut back your perennials and which perennials need back in fall or spring.
Winter Tree Care For Trees
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Worst Mistakes Prepping Trees For Winter
Avoid these common mistakes when prepping your trees and plants for winter: incorrectly wrapping trees and shrubs, skipping tree pruning, not applying insect prevention oils, overwintering insects and not storing container plants properly.
Honey Fungus
Plant Health Care
What to Do About Mushrooms Growing at the Base of Trees
Have you noticed mushrooms growing around your tree's base or roots? It may be dangerous. Learn how to identify and manage honey fungus on your tree.
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Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Preparing Your Garden, Flower or Raised Beds for Winter
Follow these tips and instructions on how to prepare garden beds for winter to help keep your plants and flowers healthy through the dormant season.
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Tree Planting & Transplanting
In Too Deep?
Planting a tree right in the first place is the goal. Paying attention to the details in this process can mean a healthier, more vigorous, and successful tree that will add multiple and growing benefits to your landscape for years to come.
Spring Tree Inspection
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Spring Ahead: Schedule a Tree Inspection
Regardless of your property's reaction to the beginning of spring, making sure your trees are prepared for the warm season is a vital spring to-do. Those who feel they don't have the eyes for catching potential issues should consider enlisting in an inspection by a professionally trained arborist.
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