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Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Clean Cuts
In terms of tree care and maintenance, late fall and even early winter are perfect times to clean pruning tools and yard supplies - when they're not in use.
Davey Tree Spring Pruning
Trimming & Pruning
Pruning Trees In Spring – Is It OK To Do?
You can do some spring tree pruning safely - as long as you know what trees to prune and why. Here's your guide to pruning trees in spring.
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Tree Planting & Transplanting
Should Burlap or Wire Baskets Be Removed When Planting Trees?
Even if it's organic, you should remove as much of the burlap as you can. Then, only remove this much of the wire basket...
Honey Fungus
Plant Health Care
What to Do About Mushrooms Growing at the Base of Trees
Have you noticed mushrooms growing around your tree's base or roots? It may be dangerous. Learn how to identify and manage honey fungus on your tree.
Fall Color
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.
Banding For Cankerworms
Insect & Disease Issues
How to Stop Caterpillars and Cankerworms with Tree Banding
Tree bands stops worms, cankerworms, caterpillars and gypsy moths. Learn when to apply tree banding to treat the problem before it starts. First...
What Causes Ganoderma Root Rot
Insect & Disease Issues
Ganoderma Root Rot Treatment
“Ganoderma root rot” is a fungus that causes a wood-decaying infection that occurs through tree wounds, and attacks a variety of deciduous trees, such as maples, oaks, and honey locusts, as well as ashes, elms, and some conifers as well as palms. Here are symptoms and signs.
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Trimming & Pruning
Can I Use a Hedge Trimmer or Pole Saw to Trim My Trees?
Learn about the trimming tools that work best on trees and the ones that don’t.
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