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.
Trimming & Pruning
"Crepe Murder" Pruning Mistakes & Recovery
May 15, 2025
Avoid 'crepe murder'—the harmful over-pruning of crepe myrtles that can damage tree health and appearance. Learn proper pruning techniques to preserve beauty and longevity
Tree Planting & Transplanting
How To Pick The Right Trees For Drought-Prone Landscapes
July 14, 2022
Find drought-tolerant and drought-resistant trees in your zone.
Tree Removal
Can Ash Trees Be Saved, or Should I Cut Down My Ash Tree?
May 24, 2022
Can ash trees be saved? Yes, they can be saved with proper treatment. Learn about the cost to treat emerald ash borer. Some people ask, “Should I cut down my ash tree?” Of course, we always want to save our trees, but there are times when removal may be best. See which is best for your tree.
Insect & Disease Issues
Emerald Ash Borer Facts: What Does the Emerald Ash Borer Eat?
February 13, 2020
Get the latest emerald ash borer (EAB) facts! What does emerald ash borer eat? Does emerald ash borer affect other trees? How to treat emerald ash borer? It’s important to know the ins and outs of this insect for proactive and preventative tree care.
Tree Planting & Transplanting
Plants Under Trees: Protect the Root Flare
September 18, 2025
Plant under trees without smothering the trunk. Choose clumping, shallow‑rooted companions, keep the root flare visible, and build a breathable mulch ring.
Tree Identification
Shrub Identification: Do I Have A Red Twig Dogwood?
January 11, 2024
Let’s talk about red twig dogwood shrubs, how large a red twig dogwood gets, and how to trim a red twig dogwood so you can properly care for this beloved bush in your home landscape.
Tree Planting & Transplanting
When Is The Best Time Of Year To Plant Trees? (Evergreens and Maples)
October 6, 2021
With the summer heat gone, fall is the best time to plant new trees! But is it the best time to plant all trees? Is fall still the best time to plant evergreen, pine, maple, and birch trees?
Plant Health Care
How to Keep Your Landscape Resilient During Seasonal Summer Drought
July 22, 2021
Here’s your ultimate guide on how to keep plants alive during drought-like conditions, the visible signs of heat stress in plants, and post-heat stress plant care tips.V
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