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Insect & Disease Issues

How To Get Rid of Black Fungus on My Tree’s Trunk or Branches

April 12, 2022

Black fungus on your tree trunk or tree branches? Black knot disease is common in chokecherry trees and plum trees. Although you can eat plums from a tree with black knot, you should still contact an arborist to learn how to get rid of black knot on trees and how you can treat black knot fungus!

Tree Safety, Storm Prep & Recovery

My Tree Was Struck By Lightning. What Do I Do?

June 27, 2019

Lightning can injure trees to the point that they need to be removed for safety. But, let’s dig a little deeper into what could be going on with your lightning-struck tree.

Plant Health Care

When Do Flowering Trees Bloom in Spring, Including Fruit Trees

April 15, 2021

Everything you need to know about which fruit or flowering trees bloom in spring. Get a list of trees by growing zones that have pink or yellow flowers, and which flowering trees have the longest bloom. Is your fruit or flowering tree not blooming? Learn why!

Leaf & Needle Problems

Reasons For Early Or Dull Fall Color

October 12, 2023

Seeing fall color sooner than usual this year? Here’s why and what you can do to help your trees.

Property Maintenance & Landscaping

Compost Shredded, Dry Leaves To Get These Leaf Compost Benefits

September 21, 2022

Learn how to compost leaves quickly including how to compost dry leaves, make leaf mold in garbage bags (leaf mulch) and how long it takes to compost leaves.

Tree Selection Guide

Fast Growing Trees That Deer Likely Won’t Damage

August 13, 2019

Read about what to do if you’re looking for a quick-growing tree that deer won’t chow down.

Trimming & Pruning

How to Prune or Trim Young Trees for Structure and Form

June 14, 2021

Wondering if you should prune your young tree? Find out how and when to prune your trees.

Lawn Care & Maintenance

How to Identify Crabgrass

July 16, 2020

Crabgrass looks like a coarse, yellowish-green clump of grass. There are plenty of Crabgrass look-alikes that can be commonly mistaken as other lawn weeds. Learn the distinguishing factors to help identify the lawn weed in your yard. Also, how to effectively get rid of crabgrass.

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