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
blog.davey.com

Search Davey Blog

Filters

Category

Seasons

Does Tapping Damage Maple Trees Davey Tree

Property Maintenance & Landscaping

Tapping Doesn’t Seriously Damage Maple Trees (But Don't Plug Holes)

February 27, 2018

Tapping doesn't seriously damage maple trees - if you do it right! First, learn if your maple tree is big enough to tap (and if so many taps you can make per maple tree). Then, at the end of the season, you shouldn't be plugging maple tap holes. Trees will grow over that tiny hole in no time!

Property Maintenance & Landscaping

How To Protect Cedar Trees In Winter

February 17, 2021

Get all details here! How to best care for your cedar tree during cold, winter months with these tips on watering (how much and how often), when to wrap and unwrap cedar trees, and how to tell if your cedar tree is dying.

Insect & Disease Issues

Are All Ash Trees Susceptible to Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)?

August 15, 2019

A Davey blog reader reached out to ask if all ash tree species were susceptible to this pest and if the borer prefers younger trees or more mature ones. If you think your trees are vulnerable to EAB, continue reading to learn about the signs and how to control this pest.

Trimming & Pruning

The Best Way To Prune Palm Trees (Step-By-Step)

August 9, 2021

Learn how to promote healthy palm trees. Scroll on to read our 3 step pruning guide.

Plant Health Care

How To Protect Palm Trees In Winter

January 20, 2022

Being proactive is important for winter palm tree care. Here are winter palm tree care tips on palm fertilization, palm tree mulching, palm tree watering, and palm tree wraps and covers.

Leaf & Needle Problems

Palm Tree Fronds Turning Brown or Drooping on Outdoor Palm Trees? Try…

January 24, 2019

Does your palm tree have droopy, discolored leaves? Get back to enjoying your dreamy palm trees with this advice on restoring a droopy, brown tree.

Insect & Disease Issues

How to Dispose of Dead Ash Trees (Even If They Have EAB)

May 23, 2017

After you cut down a dead ash tree, what should you do with the ash borer wood? Can you use dead ash trees for firewood? Learn how to dispose of dead ash trees.

Tree Planting & Transplanting

Can You Plant Trees, Shrubs or Evergreens in the Winter?

February 7, 2019

Interested in planting trees or shrubs in the winter? Here’s how to tell if it’s OK to plant in winter or if you should wait for a more suitable season.

Previous
1
2
3
4(current)
5
6
7
...
55
Next

No Results

No results were found matching that query.

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!

Get In Touch With Us!

We pride ourselves at Davey Tree on providing prompt, professional and personalized service from certified arborists that live, work and engage in your community. Contact one of our Davey Tree specialists for your residential, commercial, utility, or environmental needs.