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Trimming & Pruning
What is Pruning? The Importance, Benefits and Methods of Pruning
September 13, 2022
Ever heard the term "pruning" and wondered what exactly that meant? It mostly means trimming your trees. Learn more about it, how it's done and how it helps trees.
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Climate Change Facts
Davey Knowledge
Climate Facing Trees For U.S. Metropolitan Areas
October 27, 2023
The Davey Institute continues to research areas of the country to assess the shifting climate zones and determine what is the best tree to plant for climate change.
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Insect & Disease Issues
How to Manage Scale: Early Prevention is Key
September 15, 2022
Scale is a common pest of landscape trees and shrubs that can easily be overlooked. Here are visible symptoms of an infestation and how to get rid of scale on trees.
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Winter Pruning
Trimming & Pruning
Winter Tree Pruning: Young Trees, Fruit Trees, Spring Flowering Trees
December 16, 2021
Let’s look at important facts about winter pruning, specifically for young trees, fruit trees, and spring-flowering trees, so you can gain a better understanding of how to keep your trees in prime health.
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Tree Planting & Transplanting
How Much Space Should I Leave Between Newly Planted Trees and Shrubs?
August 1, 2019
What to look out for before planting a new tree, and how much space plants need to spread out.
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Plant Health Care
What Is the Best Fertilizer for Palm Trees – and When to Fertilize
March 21, 2022
What kind of fertilizer do you use on a palm tree? A slow-release fertilizer made for palm trees is best. Homemade palm fertilizers don't provide enough nutrients, but you can fertilize with Epsom salts if they have lack magnesium. Also, learn when to fertilize palms, even in Florida.
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Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How Do Deciduous Trees Prepare For and Survive Winter?
October 31, 2022
While it may look like trees hibernate all winter, they aren't dead or asleep! In fact, they keep working hard and growing. To have that kind of energy, they...
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Tree Selection Guide
What Trees Are Safe to Plant Near a Septic Tank?
October 18, 2022
Want to cover up your yard's pesky septic tank? Flowers and grass are probably your best bet. But a tree or shrub could work if you pick the right one. Just know...
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