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How To Get Rid Of Lace Bugs
Insect & Disease Issues
How to Get Rid of Lace Bugs
Lace bug damage can look a lot like other pest problems, so proper identification is the first step. Learn how to get rid of lace bugs, the common warning signs, and a list of plants susceptible to lace bugs.
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Soil Care & Mulching
Guide to Mulching: Is Cedar or Cypress Mulch Better?
One of the best things you can do to boost tree health is to create mulch rings around them. Outlined are the pros and cons of using cedar or cypress mulch.
Choosing A Mulch
Soil Care & Mulching
What Type Of Mulch To Choose: Mulch Selection Guide
It’s almost that time of year again to start mulching. Now’s a great time to read up on the various types of mulch and decide which one’s right for your landscape.
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Plant Health Care
What Are These Green Spots on My Tree’s Trunk or Branches?
Do you have green fungus on tree branches or green spots on your tree bark? Learn more about tree bark fungus identification and treatment. Often, you’ll see moss, lichen, or algae. None of which hurt the tree, but learn how you can get rid of lichen (if you do it right).
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Leaf & Needle Problems
Uh Oh - My Tree Has Buds, But No Leaves?
If your tree has buds but no leaves, what's going on? Learn why your tree buds are not opening and turning into leaves.
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Tree Removal
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Tree Removal After Storms?
Does homeowners insurance cover tree removal or loss after storms? Learn if you'd have to pay out of pocket costs if your home suffers tree damage.
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Plant Health Care
Why Do Leaves Change Color in the Fall?
What causes leaf color change? The answer is chlorophyll. During the fall season these levels dip, letting carotenoids to be more visible for fall foliage.
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Plant Health Care
It Looks Like The Roots Are Strangling My Tree
Tree girdling roots is commonly caused by improper planting, like piling too much mulch up against the tree trunk. To help alleviate girdling roots, a certified arborist will use a special tool with compressed air to excavate the soil without damaging the tree.
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