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.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Keep Established Trees Strong: How To Care for Mature Trees
October 20, 2022
Here's how to keep mature trees healthy with proper watering, pruning, fertilization, and regular monitoring and maintenance.
Insect & Disease Issues
Spotted Lanternflies Predators
July 15, 2021
Because spotted lanternfly fly is an invasive species, there are a handful of natural predators here in the U.S. like chickens, praying mantis, squirrels, and bats. Get your full list of spotted lanternfly predators here.
Tree Selection Guide
Fast Growing Tree for Privacy: Leyland Cypress
August 27, 2020
A leyland cypress should be planted in hardiness zones 6-10, and the tree needs at least 6 full hours of sunlight every day. It can grow to a height of 50 to 70 feet and should be planted in fall or spring. The most important thing is to avoid planting this evergreen in the heat of summer.
Leaf & Needle Problems
Why Is My Tree Not Blooming?
April 9, 2020
Why is my tree not blooming? Get all the details on why: how trees know it’s time to grow in spring, what to do once your tree blooms, tree leaf out schedule for each region and what to do if you have a late bloomer.
Plant Health Care
How to Tell if Your Brown, Yellow or Orange Cedar Tree is Dying
January 31, 2019
Are you seeing brown, yellow or orange needles on your cedar tree? If your cedar tree’s not living up to its “evergreen” name, keep reading to find out why.
Tree Identification
Tree Identification: Do I Have An Alligator Juniper?
July 20, 2023
Think you have an alligator juniper tree in your yard or maybe you’d like to plant one? Here’s what you need to know about alligator juniper trees and planting tips.
Tree Selection Guide
Trees with Non-Invasive Root Systems
May 2, 2022
Plant trees with roots that don't spread! Here are trees with non-invasive root systems, shade trees with small root systems and best trees for sidewalks!
Plant Health Care
What to Do About Palm Freeze Damage (and How to Protect Palms)
February 14, 2019
In some areas, palm trees do not get to soak up the sun all year round. Harsh winter weather can be tough on these tropical trees. Read on to learn how to help them bounce back.
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