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Are All Ash Trees Susceptible to Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)?
A Davey blog reader reached out to ask if all ash tree species were susceptible to this pest and if the borer prefers younger trees or more mature ones. If you think your trees are vulnerable to EAB, continue reading to learn about the signs and how to control this pest.
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Plant Health Care
Signs Of Underwatering Trees Or Overwatering Trees
Learn the difference between overwatering and underwatering a tree including signs of overwatering, signs of underwatering trees and how to fix an overwatered tree.
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Plant Health Care
How To Tell If A Tree Is Dead In Winter
In winter, many worry: Is my tree dead or dormant? Use this 3-step check to tell if your tree is dead in winter or just dormant.
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Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Tapping Doesn’t Seriously Damage Maple Trees (But Don't Plug Holes)
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!
Tree Stakes
Tree Planting & Transplanting
How To Stake A Tree Properly (And How Long To Keep It Staked)
Learn how to stake a tree properly - including how long should you keep a tree staked and tree staking methods for staking a new tree for support.
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Tree Identification
Tree Identification: Do I Have a Japanese Maple?
Gain insight into the general characteristics to help identify a Japanese maple.
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Insect & Disease Issues
Round Up: Common Native Tree Pests & Diseases in the South
Here are signs and symptoms of common tree diseases and tree pests typically found in the south. They aren’t always easy to spot, but recognizing these classic visual cues can be a warning sign of an infested, sick tree.
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Tree Planting & Transplanting
Plant These Seedless Maples Without Helicopter Seeds
Looking for a maple tree without helicopter seeds? Check out this list of seedless maples! And learn if the sienna glen maple vs autumn blaze maple is better!
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