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.
Soil Care & Mulching
Landscaping Pros & Cons Of Rocks Vs. Mulch
May 5, 2022
Learn the landscaping pros and cons of mulch vs. rocks including benefits of river rock vs. mulch, and replacing mulch with stone.
Plant Health Care
Getting Rid of Sweetgum Tree Balls
June 29, 2022
Learn when sweetgum tree balls fall, if they're edible and how to stop sweetgum trees from producing. Or you could plant a fruitless sweetgum tree as an alternative.
Leaf & Needle Problems
Why Are There Yellow Leaves on Trees in Summer?
July 26, 2021
There are many reasons your leaves could be turning yellow and falling off. Run down the checklist below to help diagnose your tree.
Soil Care & Mulching
How Does Soil Salinity Affect Plants?
July 2, 2020
Soil salinity is the measure of salt in soil. Salinization is the process of soluble salts building up in soil over time. Learn how to manage and reduce soil salinity with leaching and deep watering.
Plant Health Care
How to Tell if a Redwood Tree is Dying (And If You Can Save It)
May 30, 2022
How do you tell if a redwood tree is dying? Is it turning brown or yellowing? You may have a distressed redwood tree. To help, you almost always need to give them more water. Learn more about how to water and how it could save a dying redwood tree!
Insect & Disease Issues
Are All Ash Trees Susceptible to Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)?
August 15, 2019
A Davey blog reader reached out to ask if all ash tree species were susceptible to this pest and if the borer prefers younger trees or more mature ones. If you think your trees are vulnerable to EAB, continue reading to learn about the signs and how to control this pest.
Plant Health Care
Signs Of Underwatering Trees Or Overwatering Trees
July 25, 2022
Learn the difference between overwatering and underwatering a tree including signs of overwatering, signs of underwatering trees and how to fix an overwatered tree.
Plant Health Care
Seasonal Boxwood Shrub Care
December 14, 2023
Here are some tips for how to care for boxwood shrubs so you can keep these hedges healthy and tidy all year long.
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