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.
Soil Care & Mulching
The Best Way to Cover Your Exposed Tree Roots
November 3, 2021
What's the best way cover tree roots above ground? Add mulch? Or perhaps topsoil or grass seed? How about gravel or concrete? Click to find your best option.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Compost Shredded, Dry Leaves To Get These Leaf Compost Benefits
September 21, 2022
Learn how to compost leaves quickly including how to compost dry leaves, make leaf mold in garbage bags (leaf mulch) and how long it takes to compost leaves.
Plant Health Care
April Tree Root Collar Inspections: What to Look For Before Leaf-Out
April 17, 2026
Spring is the best time to check for buried root flares, girdling roots, or mulch volcanoes. Learn what to look for during your April root collar inspection — and how professionals can help.
Plant Health Care
Evergreens Turning Brown? Seasonal Needle Drop Explained
October 2, 2025
Interior needles yellow and shed each fall. Learn what’s normal by species, when browning signals stress, and simple steps to water, mulch, and inspect.
Tree Identification
Tree Identification: Do I Have A Magnolia Tree?
April 28, 2022
Learn more about magnolia tree flowers, magnolia tree leaves, types of magnolia trees, choosing a magnolia tree variety, and how to care for your magnolia tree.
Plant Health Care
Tree Heat Stress Is Real: How to Protect Roots During Summer Heatwaves
June 12, 2026
Heatwaves don’t just stress leaves—your tree’s roots are at risk, too. Learn how to protect and revive roots with deep watering, mulch, and smart summer tree care.
Tree Identification
Tree Identification: Do I Have An Aspen Tree?
June 30, 2022
Learn how to identify and care for the aspen tree and types of aspen trees you can try to get the visually appealing contrast they bring to your home landscape.
Plant Health Care
Freeze and Thaw Damage on Trees
February 6, 2020
Read how fluctuating winter temperatures and frost can affect tree growth and cause other types of winter injury. Mulching trees in fall and tree guards are just a couple things you can do to help minimize damage, learn more.
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