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Tree Planting & Transplanting
What Plant Hardiness Zone Am I In?
December 15, 2022
Here's how to read planting zones and how to use plant hardiness zones, so you can get the best plants for your yard.
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Trees Losing Leaves In Early Or Late Summer Or Early Fall Davey Tree
Leaf & Needle Problems
Why Are Trees Losing Leaves In August Or Early Fall?
September 1, 2021
A reader asked why her oak tree was losing all its leaves summer. If your tree is losing leaves in early summer (June) or late summer (August), find out why. We outline why oak, maple and ash trees lose leaves in summer. Or if you're seeing tree leaves lose leaves early in the fall, click here!
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Fall Checklist
Insect & Disease Issues
Identifying Common Fall Tree Insects (Pests)
September 8, 2021
Davey identifies the signs and symptoms of common Fall pests.
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Red Twig Dogwood
Tree Selection Guide
Best Trees For Fence Lines
May 25, 2023
Here are some of our recommendations for best trees for a fence line.
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When To Fertilize Trees In Spring
Plant Health Care
Spring Tree Care: Tree Fertilizer To Replenish Nutrients
March 10, 2022
Learn the best time to fertilize trees in spring and why fertilizing trees in spring is important to overall tree health, strength, and appearance.
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Does Tapping Damage Maple Trees Davey Tree
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Tapping Doesn’t Seriously Damage Maple Trees (But Don't Plug Holes)
February 28, 2022
Tapping doesn't seriously damage maple trees - if you do it right! First, learn if your maple tree is big enough to tap (and if so many taps you can make per maple tree). Then, at the end of the season, you shouldn't be plugging maple tap holes. Trees will grow over that tiny hole in no time!
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White Fluffy Seeds In Air Cottonwood Tree Seeds Davey Tree
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How Long Do White Fluffy Seeds Last on Cottonwood Trees?
May 9, 2022
Those white fluffy seeds in the air in spring are cottonwood seeds! But how long does cottonwood season last? Cottonwood trees shed cotton for several weeks from late spring to early summer. But can you stop them from producing cotton? Here's how to reduce or stop it entirely.
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Arasapha Garden Club
Tree Selection Guide
Landscape Design Idea for Privacy (Best Trees and Shrubs by Zone)
October 18, 2021
Looking to develop a landscape design for privacy in your backyard? Learn about the best regional species of shrubs and trees to privatize your space…
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