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Spring Tree Inspection
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Spring Ahead: Schedule a Tree Inspection
Regardless of your property's reaction to the beginning of spring, making sure your trees are prepared for the warm season is a vital spring to-do. Those who feel they don't have the eyes for catching potential issues should consider enlisting in an inspection by a professionally trained arborist.
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Plant Health Care
Are Bumps on Branches and Trunks (Burls) Bad for Trees?
If you spot growing bumps on your tree trunk or bumps on tree branches, those are burls on trees! But are burls bad for trees? Usually not. Burls typically don’t do any harm to trees. But you should get to the bottom of why they're growing. Look for...
Ash Wood
Insect & Disease Issues
How To Dispose Of Dead Ash Trees (Even If They Have EAB)
After you cut down a dead ash tree, what should you do with the ash borer wood? Can you use dead ash trees for firewood? Learn how to dispose of dead ash trees.
Can Trees Grow Too Fast
Davey Knowledge
Tree Growth Rates 101: What You Should Know
Are fast growing trees weaker? Well, you can’t really rush the growing process. Let’s look at the differences between different growth rates to give you a better understanding of how trees grow and what might best fit your landscape.
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.
Pruning Young Tree
Trimming & Pruning
How to Prune or Trim Young Trees for Structure and Form
Wondering if you should prune your young tree? Find out how and when to prune your trees.
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Plant Health Care
Slow Vs. Fast Release Fertilizer: What’s The Difference And Which One Is Better?
We'll explore the difference between slow-release and fast-release fertilizer options for your tree care fertilization so you can choose between slow-release fertilizer vs. fast release.
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Davey Knowledge
What's Growing On My Tree: Spanish Moss Or Ball Moss
Let’s talk about what Spanish moss and ball moss are, what trees they grow on, and how to get rid of Spanish moss and ball moss if necessary.
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