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Plant Health Care
Why Trees Hold Their Leaves in Winter
Wondering why your oak or beech tree still has leaves in winter? Learn what marcescence is, why it happens, and when it could signal a tree health problem.
What Does An Eastern Redbud Tree Look Like
Tree Identification
Tree Identification Guide: How to Identify an Eastern Redbud Tree
Native to North America, Eastern redbud tree flowers are pea-like and rosy pink with tinges of purple on many varieties. They grow 20- to 30-feet tall and 25- to 30-feet wide, giving small landscapes just the right touch of color and interest.
How To Treat Heat Stress In Trees
Plant Health Care
How To Help Trees & Plants During An Unexpected Heat Wave
Learn how to help your trees and plants survive an unexpected heat wave with these immediate actions.
Winter Tree Care For Trees
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Worst Mistakes Prepping Trees For Winter
Avoid these common mistakes when prepping your trees and plants for winter: incorrectly wrapping trees and shrubs, skipping tree pruning, not applying insect prevention oils, overwintering insects and not storing container plants properly.
Mulch That Repels Bugs
Soil Care & Mulching
What Mulch is Best For Repelling Bugs?
What mulch is best for repelling bugs? Try cedar, melaleuca, or plastic mulch! Cedar is known to repel ants, moths, mosquitoes, and carpet beetles. Melaleuca is known to keep away termites. Plastic mulch deters aphids, thrips, and whiteflies.
Davey Tree Tree Root Growth
Tree Planting & Transplanting
Tree Transplanting: Cutting Tree Roots Without Killing A Tree
Before transplanting a tree there’s crucial root prep involved. But before you attempt to prune tree roots on your own, read this post to learn how to keep your tree as safe as possible in the process.
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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.
Look Out For Winter Tree Damage
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Why You Should Start Looking For Winter Tree Damage
Spring is a great time to inspect your trees for both obvious and not-so-obvious problems.
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