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Tree Selection Guide

Colorful Fall Plants: What To Plant In The Fall

October 8, 2019

Fall is the best time for planting, and it can be overwhelming in the number of tree and flower options. Discover the best fall plants with vibrant colors.

Trimming & Pruning

Can You Keep Big Trees Small or Limit Tree Height?

April 5, 2022

Learn how you can limit tree height and how to keep big trees small. You can’t actually stop a tree from growing taller or stunt the growth of a tree, but you can limit tree height by pruning it to keep it small. You can even keep a cherry tree or oak tree small by pruning it the right way.

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).

Tree Planting & Transplanting

Why Are Shade Trees Important & The Benefits

May 3, 2022

Learn why shade trees are important and how you can maximize the many benefits of shade trees in your home landscape.

Davey Knowledge

Climate Change Projections: The Impact & Why You Should Care

November 4, 2021

Let’s look at how climate change impacts planting so you can better understand how it may affect your landscape.

Tree Planting & Transplanting

Best Trees To Replace Ash (Ash Tree Alternatives By Zone)

June 20, 2022

If you removed an ash because of emerald ash borer, plant an ash tree replacement species. Discover the best ash tree alternatives to replace ash trees.

Property Maintenance & Landscaping

Best Way to Deal with Stormwater: Rain Gardens

June 4, 2020

Rain gardens catch water that would have flowed into the street or flooded your yard. They naturally clean and release water into the soil. Follow these 5 easy steps on how to build your own rain garden and the best plants to use.

Tree Selection Guide

Best Oak Trees To Plant for Color

September 2, 2021

Here are some common oak tree varieties that can give you an amazing tree for shade, great texture and interest, and amazing fall color.

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