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Is it Safe to Plant Trees in Summer?
August 4, 2021
You may be tempted to plant trees in the summer when the sun is shining, but is summer a good tree planting time? Follow these rules for best times to plant a tree so you can give your tree a solid start.
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Trimming & Pruning
Should I Be Pruning Fruit Trees in Summer?
July 7, 2021
When to trim your fruit trees? Is summer pruning good for fruit trees? Read on to find out...
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Wind Break Trees
Tree Selection Guide
The Best Trees For Blocking Wind & Act As A Windbreak
October 3, 2022
Discover the best windbreak trees in zones 5 through zone 9. Then, learn proper spacing for windbreak trees and how to plant trees for energy efficiency.
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Insect & Disease Issues
How to Get Rid of Spring Webworms or Eastern Tent Caterpillars
May 2, 2022
Spot spring webworms in your trees? Learn how harmful tent caterpillars are to trees and how to get rid of tent worms or tent caterpillars. You can usually remove them by hand and kill them by dropping them into water and dish soap. But if you have lots, use a tent caterpillar spray.
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Leaf & Needle Problems
What Can I do About Spots on Japanese Maple Leaves or Trunk?
July 12, 2022
Noticing spots, powder or a fungus on your Japanese maple leaves? Whether the spots are white or brown, it's typically not a serious issue. Still want your tree to look good? Get rid of those leaf problems with these easy steps. First...
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Storm Damage
Tree Safety, Storm Prep & Recovery
Step-By-Step: How To Clean Up The Yard & Trees After A Storm
August 29, 2022
Clean up your yard after the storm! Use these 7 steps to help your trees, plants and shrubs recover.
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Leaf & Needle Problems
Why Are Trees Losing Leaves In August Or Early Fall?
September 1, 2021
A reader asked why her oak tree was losing all its leaves summer. If your tree is losing leaves in early summer (June) or late summer (August), find out why. We outline why oak, maple and ash trees lose leaves in summer. Or if you're seeing tree leaves lose leaves early in the fall, click here!
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What Kills A Spotted Lanternfly
Insect & Disease Issues
How to Get Rid of the Spotted Lanternfly
October 22, 2020
Getting rid of Spotted Lanternflies (SLF) requires both you and your local certified arborist. Learn what you can do as a homeowner and how to help protect your trees and community from Spotted Lanternfly infestations.
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