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.
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.
Tree Planting & Transplanting
Tree Transplanting: Cutting Tree Roots Without Killing A Tree
April 16, 2020
Before transplanting a tree there’s crucial root prep involved. But before you attempt to prune tree roots on your own, read this post to learn how to keep your tree as safe as possible in the process.
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.
Tree Identification
Tree Identification: Do I Have a Japanese Maple?
October 27, 2022
Gain insight into the general characteristics to help identify a Japanese maple.
Tree Identification
Tree Identification: Do I Have A Sweetgum Tree?
May 26, 2022
If you're a fan of fall color, a sweetgum tree might be perfect for you. Learn how to identify a sweetgum tree, when do sweetgum trees bloom, and how to handle sweetgum tree balls and care for your shade tree.
Buying a House with Big, Mature Trees Near House or Foundation
April 5, 2022
Buying a house with big, mature trees? Learn how big trees in the backyard save you money! But there are risks of having a big tree near or too close to the house: it could fall or it could damage the house foundation. Use this checklist before buying a house with big trees or dead trees.
Trimming & Pruning
Pruning Trees In Spring – Is It OK To Do?
April 13, 2022
You can do some spring tree pruning safely - as long as you know what trees to prune and why. Here's your guide to pruning trees in spring.
Davey Knowledge
Why Some Trees Recover After Drought and Others Don’t
July 24, 2026
Will your tree recover after drought? Learn why some trees rebound while others continue to decline, plus the signs of recovery and when to call a certified arborist.
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