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.
Plant Health Care
Is My Tree Dying Or Dead? Here’s How To Tell & What You Can Do
September 14, 2022
It’s important to know the difference between a dead and declining tree. Follow these steps on how to identify if a tree is dead, if a tree is dying and how to save a dying tree.
Tree Selection Guide
The Best Trees For Blocking Wind & Act As A Windbreak
October 3, 2022
Discover the best windbreak trees in zones 5 through zone 9. Then, learn proper spacing for windbreak trees and how to plant trees for energy efficiency.
Invasive Pest Alert for Illinois: Elm Zigzag Sawfly
May 1, 2025
The elm zigzag sawfly, an invasive species, is targeting elm trees in the Chicago region. Most trees recover from this pest, but weakened and stressed trees are at risk.
Lawn Care & Maintenance
Best Time To Overseed Lawn (Midwest, Northeast, South, West)
August 31, 2022
Here's the best time to overseed the lawn in the Midwest, Northeast, South and West. Reseeding lawns covers bare spots, and overseeding lawns helps with weeds.
Tree Selection Guide
Best Oak Trees To Plant for Color
September 2, 2021
Here are some common oak tree varieties that can give you an amazing tree for shade, great texture and interest, and amazing fall color.
Plant Health Care
The 5 Commandments Of Spring Cleaning Your Landscape
April 9, 2021
Safeguarding your landscape investment means seasonally tending to your trees. And spring is a great time to take a good look at how the trees in your landscape are faring and review the important steps to ensure their good health throughout the year.
Plant Health Care
Slow Vs. Fast Release Fertilizer: What’s The Difference And Which One Is Better?
June 2, 2022
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.
Insect & Disease Issues
Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) Alert: What You Need to Know
April 2, 2020
Get the need-to-know facts on Spotted Lanternfly (SLF): what does spotted lanternfly look like, what states have spotted lanternflies, what trees are affected by spotted lanternfly, spotted lanternfly tree damage, what to do if you see a spotted lanternfly.
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