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.
Lawn Care & Maintenance
How to Get Rid of a Lawn Full of Weeds
June 21, 2022
If you've been thinking, "My lawn is all weeds!", try the best way to get rid of weeds permanently. We'll share tips on how to kill them in the lawn without killing the grass and how to get rid of them naturally.
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.
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.
Compost
What To Put In Compost To Start
October 31, 2022
Wondering what to put in compost to start? Learn how to make compost from kitchen waste and how to start a compost pile at home.
Lawn Care & Maintenance
Lawn Aeration and Overseeding Aftercare
October 7, 2021
Once completing aeration and overseeding, you want to make sure you do everything to ensure these processes are successful. Here are some tips to guide you.
Trimming & Pruning
When to Trim Evergreens
March 4, 2021
Different evergreen species have different pruning requirements compared to others and trimming timeframes. Be careful to not over prune the plant and cause additional challenges like inviting diseases or pests.
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.
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.
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