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How To Dig Around & Trench Through Tree Roots

March 28, 2022

“How can I dig a 3-foot deep trench line near my 100-year-old oak without damaging it?” Learn how the best way to dig through (or cut through) tree roots.

Lawn Care & Maintenance

What To Do Before Overseeding My Lawn

September 26, 2019

Follow our step-by-step guide on what to do before overseeding (reseeding) your lawn. The most important step in the process is aeration! Learn more.

Property Maintenance & Landscaping

Best Way to Deal with Stormwater: Rain Gardens

June 4, 2020

Rain gardens catch water that would have flowed into the street or flooded your yard. They naturally clean and release water into the soil. Follow these 5 easy steps on how to build your own rain garden and the best plants to use.

Plant Health Care

How To Help Flooded Trees & Shrubs

March 9, 2023

Talking to a certified arborist about how to care for a waterlogged tree can ensure your plant gets the proper care and attention it needs after a stressful event like a flood.

Property Maintenance & Landscaping

Creating A Pollinator Garden (Steps & A Pollinator Plant List)

June 15, 2022

Interested in creating a pollinator garden? Learn how to make a pollinator garden to celebrate pollinator week 2017! Plus, we've got a pollinator garden plant list!

Tree Identification

Tree Identification: Do I Have A Sweetgum Tree?

May 26, 2022

If you're a fan of fall color, a sweetgum tree might be perfect for you. Learn how to identify a sweetgum tree, when do sweetgum trees bloom, and how to handle sweetgum tree balls and care for your shade tree.

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Leaf & Needle Problems

Why Are My Trees Shedding or Losing Leaves in Spring?

March 28, 2022

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.

Tree Identification

Do I Have a River Birch Tree?

June 3, 2021

Here’s a guide on how to identify a River Birch Tree by its leaf shape and bark characteristics. You will also gain insight on how to properly care for River Birch Trees for optimal growth and longevity.

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