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Climate Facing Trees For U.S. Metropolitan Areas
The Davey Institute continues to research areas of the country to assess the shifting climate zones and determine what is the best tree to plant for climate change.
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Plant Health Care
What Are These Green Spots on My Tree’s Trunk or Branches?
Do you have green fungus on tree branches or green spots on your tree bark? Learn more about tree bark fungus identification and treatment. Often, you’ll see moss, lichen, or algae. None of which hurt the tree, but learn how you can get rid of lichen (if you do it right).
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Tree Selection Guide
Best Small Flowering Trees for Your Landscape
Here are some of the best small flowering trees that require little maintenance and give your landscape a pop of color. You will also learn which ones you should stay away from, and how to properly care for your trees during spring.
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Insect & Disease Issues
Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) Alert: What You Need to Know
Get the need-to-know facts on Spotted Lanternfly (SLF): what does spotted lanternfly look like, what states have spotted lanternflies, what trees are affected by spotted lanternfly, spotted lanternfly tree damage, what to do if you see a spotted lanternfly.
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Davey Knowledge
Mistletoe in Trees
Mistletoe grows as a parasite on woody plants. Let’s dive deeper into what mistletoe looks like, where it grows, how mistletoe spreads, and tips for controlling mistletoe in trees.
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
The Best Way To Clean Up Leaves (Even In A Large Yard)
Learn how to deal with leaves-including the best way to remove leaves, the easiest way to pick up leaves, the best way to bag leaves and leaf disposal ideas!
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Leaf & Needle Problems
Why Are My Trees Shedding or Losing Leaves in Spring?
For some trees, spring leaf drop is perfectly normal, But if you don’t have a tree that naturally loses its leaves in spring and your tree leaves appear curled, spotted, or brown, your tree could have an infection called anthracnose. Learn more about spring leaf drop and how to manage anthracnose.
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