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.
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.
Insect & Disease Issues
How To Get Rid Of Oak Tree Caterpillars
April 20, 2022
Are you seeing caterpillars eating your favorite oak tree’s leaves? Find out how to get rid of oak tree caterpillars here:
Trimming & Pruning
Should I Be Pruning Fruit Trees in Summer?
July 7, 2021
When to trim your fruit trees? Is summer pruning good for fruit trees? Read on to find out...
Tree Planting & Transplanting
Tree Transplanting Cost for Big and Small Trees
February 21, 2019
So exactly how much does it cost to transplant a tree? Keep reading to find out what factors go into an estimate.
Tree Planting & Transplanting
My Cut Christmas Tree Is Growing Or Budding…Can I Plant It?
December 12, 2022
If a Christmas tree is inactive for long enough outside, the heat inside could prompt it to begin growing as if it’s springtime. Unfortunately replanting a Christmas tree doesn’t work. But with a ton of patience, it is possible to grow a new plant from one of the branches, learn how.
Tree Selection Guide
Plants Good for Flooding and Wet Areas (By Zone)
October 27, 2021
Concerned about flood damage to your plants? Find out which trees and shrubs like wet soil. Then, identify the best plants for wet areas in your zone (garden zones 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10).
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Help! I Have Trees Bent Over by Ice. What Do I Do?
February 27, 2020
The best thing to do with frozen tree branches is to leave them alone! Once the ice melts you can assess the tree branch for pruning. If a large tree branch breaks off from ice or snow, contact a local arborist to discuss options like cabling and bracing.
Soil Care & Mulching
Should Humates Be Applied Before or After Fertilizer?
April 18, 2024
You don’t have to apply humates before or after fertilizer; you can actually mix humates with other fertilizers and apply them at the same time.
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