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.
Tree Selection Guide
How to Use Dwarf Evergreens for Landscaping
May 28, 2021
While you may think evergreens only grow into massive specimens, there are many varieties of them. Let’s look at some great dwarf evergreens for landscaping and ways you can add them to your yard.
Invasive Pest Alert for Illinois: Elm Zigzag Sawfly
May 1, 2025
The elm zigzag sawfly, an invasive species, is targeting elm trees in the Chicago region. Most trees recover from this pest, but weakened and stressed trees are at risk.
What You Need to Know about Watering Trees in Winter (Even in Colorado!)
January 16, 2018
Learn about if watering newly planted trees in the winter is needed, including if you should water trees in winter in Colorado.
Tree Selection Guide
Best Trees to Plant for Winter Color
September 5, 2019
Top Winter Interest Plants and Trees Color
Tree Planting & Transplanting
What Trees to Add (Or Cut Down) To Increase Property Value
April 25, 2022
Trees do affect property value. The best trees to increase property value are hardy, disease-resistant trees, like oak or maple. Trees such as fruit and palm are nice but do not add extra value to your home or property. Cutting down trees increases property value if your tree poses a risk.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Creating A Pollinator Garden (Steps & A Pollinator Plant List)
June 15, 2022
Interested in creating a pollinator garden? Learn how to make a pollinator garden to celebrate pollinator week 2017! Plus, we've got a pollinator garden plant list!
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…
Trimming & Pruning
Can You Trim Shrubs In The Summer?
June 22, 2023
Learn about the correct timing when it comes to shrub trimming.
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