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Protect Your Home by Prepping Trees for Tornadoes and Hurricanes

April 7, 2021

If you live in an area where tornadoes or hurricanes happen, you already know how important it is to prep early in the tornado and hurricane season. See what you can do to reduce storm damage.

Insect & Disease Issues

Are Japanese Beetles Doing Damage to Your Tree Leaves?

June 30, 2021

Below discover what trees Japanese beetles do and don’t like to eat and how to get rid of this garden pest.

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Tree Planting & Transplanting

Building a Retaining Wall Near Trees? Or Planting Near a Wall?

November 15, 2022

Trees and retaining walls can live in harmony. But, to do that, they've got to have their space. Start by...

Property Maintenance & Landscaping

How To Help Trees Recover From Winter Dieback

March 19, 2020

Don’t panic! Winter tree dieback does not mean your tree is a goner. Learn how to recover your trees from these common winter damages: sunscald, winter desiccation, soil damage from salt, and snow and ice damage.

Plant Health Care

It Looks Like The Roots Are Strangling My Tree

June 11, 2020

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.

Tree Planting & Transplanting

Tree Transplanting: Cutting Tree Roots Without Killing A Tree

April 16, 2020

Before transplanting a tree there’s crucial root prep involved. But before you attempt to prune tree roots on your own, read this post to learn how to keep your tree as safe as possible in the process.

Plant Health Care

What to Do About Palm Freeze Damage (and How to Protect Palms)

February 14, 2019

In some areas, palm trees do not get to soak up the sun all year round. Harsh winter weather can be tough on these tropical trees. Read on to learn how to help them bounce back.

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Property Maintenance & Landscaping

Keep Deer from Rubbing Antlers on Trees and Fix Damaged Trees

November 29, 2022

Deer may look cute. That is until they start rubbing their antlers on your tree, leaving behind major damage. To prevent injury or try to fix a wound, try...

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