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Tree Selection Guide
Best Trees to Plant Near a Driveway by Zone
April 8, 2021
Here’s a list of the best trees to plant near a driveway for shade, fast-growing, and narrow driveway. All organized by growing zones, growth heights, and things to consider.
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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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How Much Water Do Newly Planted Trees Need Davey Tree
Davey Knowledge
How To Reduce Heat Stress On Seattle Trees
April 17, 2025
Contact your local Davey Seattle office in Redmond, Lake Forest Park, Tacoma, and the surrounding areas to help you with your dry-season and watering maintenance.
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Property Maintenance & Landscaping
When Should Hedges Be Cut Back In Pacific Northwest
February 6, 2025
In the Pacific Northwest, hedges should be pruned in the late winter or early spring. March is usually a good month for hedge pruning.
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Tree Selection Guide
Fireproof Landscapes With Fire Resistant Plants, Trees & Shrubs
August 8, 2022
Learn what trees and shrubs are fire resistant in California including a fire resistant plant list and trees that can survive forest fires.
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Plant Health Care
What Should I Do with My Trees in a Drought?
June 24, 2021
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Soil Test Is Your Soil Compacted
Soil Care & Mulching
How to Perform a Soil Test (And Why You Need One!)
April 9, 2019
A soil test gives you all sorts of valuable information about the best way to care for your plants. Below, find how, and why, to do a soil test.
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What Trees To Add To Increase Property Value Davey Tree
Tree Planting & Transplanting
What Trees to Add (Or Cut Down) To Increase Property Value
April 25, 2022
Trees do affect property value. The best trees to increase property value are hardy, disease-resistant trees, like oak or maple. Trees such as fruit and palm are nice but do not add extra value to your home or property. Cutting down trees increases property value if your tree poses a risk.
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