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
Why Is My Oak Dropping Acorns Early?
September 4, 2026
Wondering why your oak tree is dropping acorns early in Kansas City? Learn the difference between normal mast years and stress-related acorn drop from Davey's tree experts.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How to Safely Hang Outdoor Lights: The Dos and Don’ts
December 6, 2019
Outdoor tree lighting requires a few extra steps to make sure they are safely decorated without damaging trees. Get a step-by-step tutorial with tips and tricks on how to put Christmas lights on your outdoor trees; as well as a few don’ts to keep in mind.
Plant Health Care
Why Trees Hold Their Leaves in Winter
September 18, 2026
Wondering why your oak or beech tree still has leaves in winter? Learn what marcescence is, why it happens, and when it could signal a tree health problem.
Davey Knowledge
Climate Change Projections: The Impact & Why You Should Care
November 4, 2021
Let’s look at how climate change impacts planting so you can better understand how it may affect your landscape.
Leaf & Needle Problems
What Are These Bumps on My Oak Tree Leaves?
June 1, 2022
Why are there bumps or round balls on oak tree leaves? Are these growths on oak leaves because of oak leaf gall or oak leaf blister? Learn what to do.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Are Exposed Tree Roots a Bad Thing? Get to the Root of the Problem
June 11, 2019
Exposed tree roots make it tough to landscape your yard and leave your trees vulnerable to damage. Read on to learn how surface roots can affect the health of your tree.
Tree Identification
Tree Identification: Do I Have a Japanese Maple?
October 27, 2022
Gain insight into the general characteristics to help identify a Japanese maple.
Soil Care & Mulching
Why You Need to Keep Mulch Away from Tree Trunks
May 10, 2022
Mulching is great for your trees, but piling it too high and covering a tree's trunk, can cause decay. Learn why you should keep mulch away from tree trunks and how having mulch too thick around your tree can cause moisture build-up and could smother your tree's roots. Click here for more here!
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