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
Davey SoilCare®: How to Improve Soil Health with Biochar
April 1, 2021
Improve soil quality for optimal plant growth with biochar. Biochar helps conserve plant nutrients and holds water like a sponge where plant roots can access it when they need it, learn more.
Tree Identification
Do I Have a Pin Oak?
April 29, 2021
Pin oak trees are one of the fastest-growing shade trees. Here are some characteristics to help identify if you have a pin oak. Hint, the pin oak tree leaves stand out among other oaks.
Tree Selection Guide
Fireproof Landscapes With Fire Resistant Plants, Trees & Shrubs
August 8, 2022
Learn what trees and shrubs are fire resistant in California including a fire resistant plant list and trees that can survive forest fires.
Tree Identification
Do I Have A White Pine?
January 28, 2021
Learn how to identify a white pine like an expert! Detailed is an easy-to-follow guide on the unique characteristics of white pines: needles, cone shape, and tree bark. Once you identified your white pine, it’s time to properly care for it and proactively mitigate potential threats.
Soil Care & Mulching
How to Refresh Potted Plants by Changing Soil
August 19, 2021
The goals of potting mix are to retain moisture and nutrients around the plant roots and provide enough air for growing roots. Typically, changing the soil in your potted plants should happen every 12 to 18 months. There are some exceptions that may change this timing, learn more.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Spring Flowering Bulbs to Plant in Fall
October 21, 2021
Get your list of flowering bulbs to plant this fall for a beautiful spring garden. Ideally, you want to plant spring bulbs in the fall -- anywhere from September to December, depending on your location and climate conditions.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Landscaping in Rocky Soil
September 10, 2020
Planting in rocky soil is possible but takes a little extra prep work. Follow this step-by-step guide on how to prepare rocky soil for planting grass seed and trees.
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