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Can You Keep Big Trees Small or Limit Tree Height?

April 5, 2022

Learn how you can limit tree height and how to keep big trees small. You can’t actually stop a tree from growing taller or stunt the growth of a tree, but you can limit tree height by pruning it to keep it small. You can even keep a cherry tree or oak tree small by pruning it the right way.

Tree Identification

Tree Identification Guide: How to Identify an Elm Tree

June 24, 2021

What type of tree do I have? Learn how to identify if you have a beautiful elm tree by these characteristics and common types of elm tree species.

Should I Wrap Tree In Burlap Evergreen In Winter Davey Tree

Property Maintenance & Landscaping

Should I Wrap Trees for Winter Protection?

November 8, 2022

You bundle up in a heavy coat for winter, so should you help your trees cozy up, too? You should wrap your tree if...

Soil Care & Mulching

How To Help Your Landscape Survive Dry Conditions

February 2, 2023

Here's how to best care for your trees, shrubs, and lawn during unexpected dry weather conditions.

Why Your Bare Root Tree Is Not Growing Or Leaving Out Davey Tree

Leaf & Needle Problems

Bare Root Tree Not Leafing Out? Here's How Long It Takes to Grow

April 12, 2022

Bare root tree not leafing out or growing? How long before bare root trees get leaves? It can take up to six weeks! If it's been that long and it still has not leafed out, learn more how to tell if your tree is alive and what could be causing it not to grow!

Plant Health Care

What is the Definition of Plant Health Care?

June 3, 2021

The best way to keep trees healthy? Plant health care. Learn what plant health care is and how it benefits your trees.

Tips and Tricks on How to Plant Trees in the Spring

March 18, 2021

Spring is here and now is a great time for planting trees. Learn how to choose the right tree for your yard, how to plant a tree, how to find the right soil for your tree, and how often you should be watering your new tree.

Tree Identification

Tree Identification: Do I Have An Aspen Tree?

June 30, 2022

Learn how to identify and care for the aspen tree and types of aspen trees you can try to get the visually appealing contrast they bring to your home landscape.

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