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Why Is My Tree Covered In Webs?

May 21, 2020

Tree webworms spin their webs at very tip of branches, while Eastern tent caterpillars spin their webs in tree “pockets.” Find a short list of common trees these tree pests feed on and how to proactively prevent them.

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What To Do With A Dead Tree In Your Yard

October 26, 2022

So, you've got a dead tree in your yard. How long does it take for a dead tree to fall? Should dead trees be cut down, or can you decorate or spray paint a dead tree?

Lawn Care & Maintenance

Best Time to Plant New Grass Seed: Pros and Cons for Each Season

March 18, 2021

Installing a new lawn can be an overwhelming task for any homeowner. And timing is a crucial component in seeding a yard. Here are the best times to plant new grass seed with the pros and cons for each season, Spring and Fall.

Tree Identification

Tree Identification: Do I Have A Sweetgum Tree?

May 26, 2022

If you're a fan of fall color, a sweetgum tree might be perfect for you. Learn how to identify a sweetgum tree, when do sweetgum trees bloom, and how to handle sweetgum tree balls and care for your shade tree.

Leaf & Needle Problems

What To Do When Evergreen Trees Are Dying From Top Down

January 17, 2022

Think your pine, evergreen or spruce tree is dying from the top down? Find out why the top of your evergreen is turning brown and what you can do.

Property Maintenance & Landscaping

The Best Way To Clean Up Leaves (Even In A Large Yard)

September 19, 2022

Learn how to deal with leaves-including the best way to remove leaves, the easiest way to pick up leaves, the best way to bag leaves and leaf disposal ideas!

Plant Health Care

Common Winter Tree Bark Damage: Sunscald and Frost Cracks

February 20, 2020

During winter, tree trunks can fall victims to sunscald injury and frost cracks. Here are a few tips on preventative winter tree care and here’s how to repair split bark on trees.

Plant Health Care

Freeze and Thaw Damage on Trees

February 6, 2020

Read how fluctuating winter temperatures and frost can affect tree growth and cause other types of winter injury. Mulching trees in fall and tree guards are just a couple things you can do to help minimize damage, learn more.

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