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.
Insect & Disease Issues
How to Survive Cicada Season with Netting for Trees
April 12, 2021
Learn how to survive cicada season with netting for trees.
Leaf & Needle Problems
3 Reasons Evergreens Turn Brown in Winter and How to Fix
December 15, 2021
Why are your evergreen trees turning brown in winter? See why this is happening and how to fix it. Hint: a protective spray for evergreens may be the solution.
Trimming & Pruning
What Is Shearing, And How's It Different From Pruning?
March 26, 2019
From pinching to pruning to heading to shearing, no two cuts are the same, and each technique gives our plants a distinct look and feel. Below, find out which is best for your plant.
Spongy Moth: Facts, Life Cycle, Damage and Control
May 23, 2022
Spongy moth infestation? Learn about the spongy moth life cycle, how to control them and what damage they can do to your trees. Read on to discover how bad Spongy moths will be in Massachusetts in 2018 and more spongy moth facts!
Trimming & Pruning
Can You Prune or Cut Tree Limbs in Summer?
July 26, 2022
Wondering if you can prune trees in the summer? Usually, it’s best to prune trees in the dormant season when they don’t have any leaves. However, there are always exceptions. Learn more which trees you can cut in the summer - and the ones you shouldn't!
Leaf & Needle Problems
Bare Root Tree Not Leafing Out? Here's How Long It Takes to Grow
April 12, 2022
Bare root tree not leafing out or growing? How long before bare root trees get leaves? It can take up to six weeks! If it's been that long and it still has not leafed out, learn more how to tell if your tree is alive and what could be causing it not to grow!
Tree Removal
What to Do with a Tree Stump in the Front Yard? Hide It!
August 2, 2022
Have a tree stump left in your yard? Removing them can be costly. Instead, hide or convert. Try...
Tree Planting & Transplanting
Building a Retaining Wall Near Trees? Or Planting Near a Wall?
November 15, 2022
Trees and retaining walls can live in harmony. But, to do that, they've got to have their space. Start by...
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