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.
Soil Care & Mulching
Should Humates Be Applied Before or After Fertilizer?
April 18, 2024
You don’t have to apply humates before or after fertilizer; you can actually mix humates with other fertilizers and apply them at the same time.
Plant Health Care
Signs Of Overwatered Hydrangeas & How To Fix Them
September 21, 2023
Here are common signs of an overwatered hydrangea and how to save overwatered hydrangeas.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
New Construction Landscaping: Things To Consider
March 16, 2023
New construction landscaping is an overwhelming task! Learn how to amend new construction soil and how to plan for a new landscape.
Trimming & Pruning
What is Pruning? The Importance, Benefits and Methods of Pruning
September 13, 2022
Ever heard the term "pruning" and wondered what exactly that meant? It mostly means trimming your trees. Learn more about it, how it's done and how it helps trees.
Tree Selection Guide
Salt Tolerant Evergreen Trees (By Zone)
February 14, 2022
Winter salt can dry out evergreens, making their needles brown or yellow. Instead, select salt tolerant evergreens trees for the northeast region and each zone.
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.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
What Do I Do with My Garden and Lawn in the Fall?
October 20, 2021
Prepare your vegetable and flower garden beds for next season by winterizing now. Put your garden to bed in late October or early November with these 6 steps.
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