Davey Blog

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.

  • Home
  • Residential Blog
Search Davey Blog
{{appliedFilter.terms}}
Filters
Category
Seasons
Mg 6961 Edited 1 275X220
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Managing Deer Browsing on Your Property
January 19, 2021
The threat of deer feeding continues to increase for a variety of plant species, but there are a few techniques you can use to manage deer and reduce damage to your plants.
Read More
Browning Evergreen
Leaf & Needle Problems
What To Do When Evergreen Trees Are Dying From Top Down
January 17, 2022
Think your pine, evergreen or spruce tree is dying from the top down? Find out why the top of your evergreen is turning brown and what you can do.
Read More
Spots On Japanese Maple Tree Leaf Davey Tree
Leaf & Needle Problems
What Can I do About Spots on Japanese Maple Leaves or Trunk?
July 12, 2022
Noticing spots, powder or a fungus on your Japanese maple leaves? Whether the spots are white or brown, it's typically not a serious issue. Still want your tree to look good? Get rid of those leaf problems with these easy steps. First...
Read More
Perennial Time Chart
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Perennial Gardening Calendar With Bloom Months
February 24, 2022
To help plan your garden full of blooms and color year-round, use this extensive list of perennial flower blooms calendar to give your landscape something to boast about.
Read More
Do Deer Eat Leyland Cypress
Tree Selection Guide
Fast Growing Tree for Privacy: Leyland Cypress
August 27, 2020
A leyland cypress should be planted in hardiness zones 6-10, and the tree needs at least 6 full hours of sunlight every day. It can grow to a height of 50 to 70 feet and should be planted in fall or spring. The most important thing is to avoid planting this evergreen in the heat of summer.
Read More
Best Dwarf Trees For Small Spaces Dogwood In Front Of House Davey Tree
Tree Selection Guide
Best Dwarf Trees for Small Space Landscaping (Flowering and More)
September 6, 2022
There's a perfect tree for every space - even if you have a small space or want a dwarf tree for the front yard! Some of our favorite petite trees are...
Read More
Tree Lichen Identification
Plant Health Care
What's This Green Stuff Growing On Trees And Rocks?
May 7, 2020
Lichen does not pose a threat to your tree’s health. It is completely harmless so there’s no real need to get rid of it. But if the sight of it bothers you, follow the steps in this post to remove it. We highly recommend to not use a pressure washer to remove lichen.
Read More
Homeowner Performing Soil Test Davey Tree
Soil Care & Mulching
Why Soil Care Is Important For Your Trees
April 4, 2024
At Davey, we prefer adding macronutrients and micronutrients as part of soil health management by using a slow-release fertilizer, learn why.
Read More
{{post.firstCategory}}
{{post.headline}}
{{post.postDate}}
{{post.summary}}
{{post.readMoreText}}
No Results

No results were found matching that query.

Tree
Tree

Sign Up For Free Tree & Landscaping Tips! 

Subscribe to the "The Sapling," the Davey Blog's email newsletter, for the latest tips to keep your outdoor space in tip-top shape throughout the year.

Plus, receive a free instant download of our landscape seasonal checklists when you sign up!

Sign Up Now
Image 22@2X
Image 22@2X

Request A Free Consultation

How would you like to be contacted? *
Let's Find What
You're Looking For!
Quick Links