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Tree Selection Guide
Fall Foliage: Best Trees and Shrubs for Red Fall Color
Here’s a comprehensive list of the best trees and shrubs for red fall color. Included are details for optimal planting zones, sun exposure recommendations, and soil needs.
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Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How To Protect Small Trees And Shrubs From Rabbits
In their quest for a quick bite to eat, rabbits can leave the bottom of plants totally bark-less. Below, read about how to prevent rabbit feeding, and learn how to help an injured plant recoup.
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Trimming & Pruning
The Best Way To Prune Palm Trees (Step-By-Step)
Learn how to promote healthy palm trees. Scroll on to read our 3 step pruning guide.
Tree Lichen Identification
Plant Health Care
What's This Green Stuff Growing On Trees And Rocks?
Lichen does not pose a threat to your tree’s health. It is completely harmless so there’s no real need to get rid of it. But if the sight of it bothers you, follow the steps in this post to remove it. We highly recommend to not use a pressure washer to remove lichen.
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Insect & Disease Issues
How to Manage Scale: Early Prevention is Key
Scale is a common pest of landscape trees and shrubs that can easily be overlooked. Here are visible symptoms of an infestation and how to get rid of scale on trees.
Japanese Beetle Infestation On Trees
Insect & Disease Issues
How To Get Rid Of Japanese Beetles Eating Your Landscape Plants
Learn what methods are used to control Japanese beetles - even on fruit trees with neem oil. There are home remedies to control Japanese beetle infestations.
Rocky Soil Plants
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Landscaping in Rocky Soil
Planting in rocky soil is possible but takes a little extra prep work. Follow this step-by-step guide on how to prepare rocky soil for planting grass seed and trees.
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Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Add Value To Your Yard Before Putting Your Home on the Market
Investing in your landscape can boost your home’s value by 10 to 20 percent. Keep reading to learn more about the pre-sale landscaping projects that have the best payoff.
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