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Tree Selection Guide

The Best Trees For Blocking Wind & Act As A Windbreak

October 3, 2022

Discover the best windbreak trees in zones 5 through zone 9. Then, learn proper spacing for windbreak trees and how to plant trees for energy efficiency.

Tree Planting & Transplanting

When Is It Too Late to Plant a Tree in Fall?

October 25, 2021

How late is too late to plant a tree in fall? October? November? Learn how to test if it is too late to plant a new tree and what happens if you do plant too late.

Tree Selection Guide

Best Trees To Plant On Hillsides & Slopes (Evergreen & Shade)

October 17, 2022

Wondering what to plant on a slope to prevent erosion? Find the best evergreen and shade trees to plant on hillsides and steep slopes.

Insect & Disease Issues

How to Manage Scale: Early Prevention is Key

September 15, 2022

Scale is a common pest of landscape trees and shrubs that can easily be overlooked. Here are visible symptoms of an infestation and how to get rid of scale on trees.

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Tree Selection Guide

What Trees Are Safe to Plant Near a Septic Tank?

October 18, 2022

Want to cover up your yard's pesky septic tank? Flowers and grass are probably your best bet. But a tree or shrub could work if you pick the right one. Just know...

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Tree Planting & Transplanting

Building a Retaining Wall Near Trees? Or Planting Near a Wall?

November 15, 2022

Trees and retaining walls can live in harmony. But, to do that, they've got to have their space. Start by...

Tree Identification

Tree Identification: Do I Have a Leyland Cypress?

December 30, 2021

Here are some important facts about the tree and tips for planting Leyland cypress so you can better care for them.

Tree Selection Guide

Fast Growing Trees That Deer Likely Won’t Damage

August 13, 2019

Read about what to do if you’re looking for a quick-growing tree that deer won’t chow down.

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