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
Guide to Mulching: Is Cedar or Cypress Mulch Better?
December 29, 2022
One of the best things you can do to boost tree health is to create mulch rings around them. Outlined are the pros and cons of using cedar or cypress mulch.
Tree Planting & Transplanting
My Cut Christmas Tree Is Growing Or Budding…Can I Plant It?
December 12, 2022
If a Christmas tree is inactive for long enough outside, the heat inside could prompt it to begin growing as if it’s springtime. Unfortunately replanting a Christmas tree doesn’t work. But with a ton of patience, it is possible to grow a new plant from one of the branches, learn how.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
5 Smart Steps for a Winter-Ready Landscape
September 30, 2021
Plant Health Care
How Much Water Does a Newly-Planted Tree Need?
August 16, 2022
Keep the top 12 inches of soil around the root ball moist. Generally, that means 4-10 gallons each week. Click to pinpoint what's best for your tree.
Insect & Disease Issues
Common Spring Plant & Tree Diseases Caused By Fungi
April 6, 2022
Fungi thrive in wet spring weather. Check your plants for symptoms using this list of plant and tree diseases caused by fungi. Then, learn how to help your plants.
Leaf & Needle Problems
See Burnt Tree Leaves? Fix Leaf Scorch Symptoms With Treatment
July 6, 2022
Learn about leaf scorch disease and its symptoms including leaf scorch treatment for maples and Japanese maples.
Trimming & Pruning
"Crepe Murder" Pruning Mistakes & Recovery
May 15, 2025
Avoid 'crepe murder'—the harmful over-pruning of crepe myrtles that can damage tree health and appearance. Learn proper pruning techniques to preserve beauty and longevity
Tree Identification
Do I Have a Norway Spruce?
November 5, 2020
Learn how to easily identify a Norway Spruce by the tree’s shape, bark, needle color, and cone. Find details on how to properly care for Norway Spruces from suitable grow zones, ideal planting spots, and common threats.
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