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When To Transplant Fruit Trees
Tree Planting & Transplanting
Guide to Transplanting Fruit Trees
August 5, 2021
First and foremost, transplanting fruit trees takes some good planning. Here are things to consider for transplanting fruit trees and common mistakes to avoid.
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Do Tree Leaves Turn Upside Down In Rain Davey Tree
Davey Knowledge
Do Leaves Turn Upside Down or Show Undersides Before Rain?
August 9, 2022
Can trees predict a storm? As the old wives’ tale goes, their leaves curl up to signal a big storm is on the way. But is it true? Read on to find out!
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Cicada On Tree Leaf Davey Tree
How To Protect Your Trees From The Periodical Cicadas in 2024
May 1, 2024
Let’s learn more about what states will have cicadas in 2024 and answer the question, “Do cicadas damage trees and plants?” so you can better prepare for these insects this spring.
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Benefits Of Shade Trees
Tree Planting & Transplanting
Why Are Shade Trees Important & The Benefits
May 3, 2022
Learn why shade trees are important and how you can maximize the many benefits of shade trees in your home landscape.
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Zigzag Elm Sawfly
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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Pine Needle Mulch
Soil Care & Mulching
Can I Use Pine Needles For Mulch?
September 12, 2019
Pine needles are handy to have all year long. When it’s time to mulch your plants and trees, consider using the needles that have fallen in your yard
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Watering Newly Or Established Trees In Winter Davey Tree
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.
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Insect & Disease Issues
How to Get Rid of Spring Webworms or Eastern Tent Caterpillars
May 2, 2022
Spot spring webworms in your trees? Learn how harmful tent caterpillars are to trees and how to get rid of tent worms or tent caterpillars. You can usually remove them by hand and kill them by dropping them into water and dish soap. But if you have lots, use a tent caterpillar spray.
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