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Does Tapping Damage Maple Trees Davey Tree
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Tapping Doesn’t Seriously Damage Maple Trees (But Don't Plug Holes)
February 28, 2022
Tapping doesn't seriously damage maple trees - if you do it right! First, learn if your maple tree is big enough to tap (and if so many taps you can make per maple tree). Then, at the end of the season, you shouldn't be plugging maple tap holes. Trees will grow over that tiny hole in no time!
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Best Soil For Potted Plants
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.
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Tree Selection Guide
Do Bees Like Trees? Trees for Bees Guide
June 21, 2021
Include bees for trees when creating a pollinator garden! The best trees for bees are…
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Plant Health Care
How Much Water Does My Tree Need Weekly?
July 21, 2021
Watering the right amount is essential to keeping your trees strong and healthy. Read below to find out how to maintain the balance for all your trees!
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Wrapping Outdoor Trees With Christmas Lights
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How to Safely Hang Outdoor Lights: The Dos and Don’ts
December 6, 2019
Outdoor tree lighting requires a few extra steps to make sure they are safely decorated without damaging trees. Get a step-by-step tutorial with tips and tricks on how to put Christmas lights on your outdoor trees; as well as a few don’ts to keep in mind.
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Davey Tree Tree Root Growth
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.
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Insect & Disease Issues
Blue Spruce Tree Needles Turning Yellow, Brown, Then Dropping? Check For…
August 1, 2022
Yellow or brown needles falling off your spruce tree or Colorado blue spruce? Look for Rhizosphaera needle cast symptoms and manage this blue spruce needle cast.
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How Often To Prune Trees And Oak Trees Davey Tree
Trimming & Pruning
How Often to Prune Trees (Including Oak Trees)
February 14, 2022
How often do you need to trim oak trees? Learn how often to prune trees to and avoid deadly oak wilt.
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