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Best And Worst Trees To Plant Near A House
Tree Selection Guide
The Best and Worst Trees to Plant Near a House (By Zone)
April 19, 2022
Learn about the worst trees to plant near your house and what trees to avoid such as the white ash and oak because of their widespread, invasive roots.
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Fast Growing Trees And Shrubs For Privacy Screen In Front Of House Davey Tree
Tree Selection Guide
Fast-Growing Trees for Privacy (By Zone)
September 13, 2022
Want privacy in your yard without a big brown fence getting in the way? By planting privacy trees you get the best of both worlds–fresh, green landscaping that doubles as a hideaway. Learn more about what trees and shrubs would make the best privacy screen for your area.
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Best Fertilizer For Evergreens Davey Tree
Plant Health Care
What is the Best Fertilizer for Evergreen Trees?
October 11, 2022
Got an evergreen with a "blah" color? Do a soil test to see if it needs fertilizer. Then, decide between a slow-release product or evergreen spike. First...
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Watering Can Stop Watering Garden Flowers Tres In Fall Davey Tree
Plant Health Care
When Should You Stop Watering Trees, Perennials and Garden in Fall?
September 20, 2022
You've been watering your plants all summer long! The leaves have changed, so can you finally cross "water the garden" off your to-do list? Well, you can stop when...
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Best Evergreen Trees
Plant Health Care
Why Do Evergreens Stay Green All Year?
January 7, 2021
Evergreens, like conifers, can conserve water during the summer and winter because of its special needle shape and waxy coating, so their leaves stay green year-round. What is the difference between deciduous and evergreen trees? Get all the evergreen tree care tips here.
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Whats Wrong With My Forsythia
Leaf & Needle Problems
Why Didn't My Forsythia Bloom This Year?
May 28, 2020
Here are some issues that can stop forsythia shrubs from flowering: improper pruning, fungal diseases, placement in the yard, harsh winter and well-drained soil. Leaf problems, like discoloration or wilting, could be a sign the bush is dying.
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Trimming & Pruning
What Is Shearing, And How's It Different From Pruning?
March 26, 2019
From pinching to pruning to heading to shearing, no two cuts are the same, and each technique gives our plants a distinct look and feel. Below, find out which is best for your plant.
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Joshua Tree Trees In Drought
Tree Planting & Transplanting
How To Pick The Right Trees For Drought-Prone Landscapes
July 14, 2022
Find drought-tolerant and drought-resistant trees in your zone.
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