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.
Insect & Disease Issues
Diplodia Tip Blight On Pines
January 18, 2021
Diplodia fungus causes the tips of your pine needles to turn brown and mostly occurs during the growing season from March through October. Ways to treat diplodia tip blight is first by keeping your pine and evergreens healthy and properly irrigated throughout the year. Learn more.
Plant Health Care
Can You Stop A Fruit Tree From Leaking Sap (Cherry, Plum Or Peach)?
May 4, 2022
Colleen said, “I have a plum tree that's oozing sap, and many branches feel dead. Is this OK?” Stop the tree from leaking sap and see if plum tree sap is edible.
Leaf & Needle Problems
Why Does My Tree Only Have Leaves on One Side?
June 7, 2021
Wondering why your tree has no leaves on one side? Learn why your tree is not leafing out.
Soil Care & Mulching
Why You Need to Keep Mulch Away from Tree Trunks
May 10, 2022
Mulching is great for your trees, but piling it too high and covering a tree's trunk, can cause decay. Learn why you should keep mulch away from tree trunks and how having mulch too thick around your tree can cause moisture build-up and could smother your tree's roots. Click here for more here!
Plant Health Care
Winter Watering for Evergreens: What You Need to Know
December 10, 2020
Once the ground is frozen, watering your evergreen isn’t necessary, but if you live in a warmer climate where the ground doesn’t freeze, you should water your evergreen in winter as often as it needs it. Proper watering can also help prevent winter burn on your evergreens.
Soil Care & Mulching
Can I Use Pine Needles For Mulch?
September 12, 2019
Pine needles are handy to have all year long. When it’s time to mulch your plants and trees, consider using the needles that have fallen in your yard
Insect & Disease Issues
Spotted Lanternflies Predators
July 15, 2021
Because spotted lanternfly fly is an invasive species, there are a handful of natural predators here in the U.S. like chickens, praying mantis, squirrels, and bats. Get your full list of spotted lanternfly predators here.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
When to Remove Tree Wrap or Tree Guards After Winter
February 28, 2019
With protective wrap swaddled around trunks in winter, our trees can safely make it through the tough season. Read on to find out when you should remove tree wrap.
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