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How Do We Harm Trees
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Fact or Fiction: Five Ways You May Be Harming Your Trees
Read over these 5 ways you may be harming trees and didn’t know it! In this post, we offer a few common tree care missteps and what you should avoid to ensure your tree’s health and growth.
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Lawn Care & Maintenance
Best Way To Get Rid Of Grass Clippings? Compost! Here’s How.
Compost is the best way to get rid of grass clippings after mowing. Learn how to compost grass clippings and how long it takes for grass clippings to decompose.
How To Protect Trees From Cold Weather
Tree Planting & Transplanting
How To Protect Newly Planted Trees In Winter
Did you recently plant a new tree this season? Here’s what you need to know about how to properly care for newly planted trees from the harsh winter weather conditions. You will also find details on how to protect newly planted fruit trees from frost.
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Tree Selection Guide
What Trees Are Safe to Plant Near a Septic Tank?
Want to cover up your yard's pesky septic tank? Flowers and grass are probably your best bet. But a tree or shrub could work if you pick the right one. Just know...
How To Control Palm Weevil
Insect & Disease Issues
Invasive Palm Tree Pest: Palm Weevil Identification, Damage, & Management Methods
Palm weevils are invasive beetle species that pose a fairly serious threat to palm trees. Here’s what you should know about palm weevils, the damage they can cause, as well as treatment solutions.
Look Out For Winter Tree Damage
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How To Help Trees Recover From Winter Dieback
Don’t panic! Winter tree dieback does not mean your tree is a goner. Learn how to recover your trees from these common winter damages: sunscald, winter desiccation, soil damage from salt, and snow and ice damage.
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The 5 To-Do's to Mark Off Your Spring Tree Care Checklist
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Plant Health Care
Applying Dormant Oils Can Help Protect Your Trees From Parasitic Insects
Dormant oils, also known as horticultural oils, will help to keep your trees and shrubs healthy and give you a head start on insect management in the spring.
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