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Leaf & Needle Problems
What to Do When Your Japanese Maple Has Crispy Or Brown Leaves
Spot brown, crispy or scorched leaves on your Japanese maple? It could be Japanese maple leaf scorch, an underwatered Japanese maple or pests!
Hurricane Wind
How to Reduce Wind and Storm Damage on Trees
Protect your trees from high winds and stressful weather with these storm prep practices.
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Trimming & Pruning
Can I Use a Hedge Trimmer or Pole Saw to Trim My Trees?
Learn about the trimming tools that work best on trees and the ones that don’t.
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Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How Long Do White Fluffy Seeds Last on Cottonwood Trees?
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.
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Tree Safety, Storm Prep & Recovery
5 steps to Help Trees Survive Winter with Little Damage
There are ways to keep your trees safe and strong this winter. With five, simple steps, your trees will stand sturdy in the heaviest of winter storms.
Tree Lichen Identification
Plant Health Care
What's This Green Stuff Growing On Trees And Rocks?
Lichen does not pose a threat to your tree’s health. It is completely harmless so there’s no real need to get rid of it. But if the sight of it bothers you, follow the steps in this post to remove it. We highly recommend to not use a pressure washer to remove lichen.
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Insect & Disease Issues
How to Identify and Treat Spider Mites
Spider mites are not picky about what they eat, so they can quickly spread. In this post you will learn what visible damage is caused by spider mites, how to get rid of spider mites, and how to prevent them.
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Tree Planting & Transplanting
Building a Retaining Wall Near Trees? Or Planting Near a Wall?
Trees and retaining walls can live in harmony. But, to do that, they've got to have their space. Start by...
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