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.
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.
Tree Planting & Transplanting
Should Burlap or Wire Baskets Be Removed When Planting Trees?
October 18, 2022
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...
Leaf & Needle Problems
What to Do When Your Japanese Maple Has Crispy Or Brown Leaves
August 17, 2022
Spot brown, crispy or scorched leaves on your Japanese maple? It could be Japanese maple leaf scorch, an underwatered Japanese maple or pests!
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How Long Do White Fluffy Seeds Last on Cottonwood Trees?
May 9, 2022
Those white fluffy seeds in the air in spring are cottonwood seeds! But how long does cottonwood season last? Cottonwood trees shed cotton for several weeks from late spring to early summer. But can you stop them from producing cotton? Here's how to reduce or stop it entirely.
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.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Best Way to Remove Toilet Paper from Tall Trees
November 1, 2021
Did your trees get TPed on Halloween? Click for step by step instructions on the best way to get toilet paper, or TP, out of trees - even the tall trees!
Insect & Disease Issues
Red Turpentine Beetle: Identification, Damage & Management
January 5, 2023
You’ll see the most activity and red turpentine beetle damage in spring and early summer with these pests. Red turpentine beetle attacks usually start near the ground level of your trees.
Tree Planting & Transplanting
When Is The Best Time Of Year To Plant Trees? (Evergreens and Maples)
October 6, 2021
With the summer heat gone, fall is the best time to plant new trees! But is it the best time to plant all trees? Is fall still the best time to plant evergreen, pine, maple, and birch trees?
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