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How The Polar Freeze Could Affect Your Trees

January 10, 2021

Although snow is associated with frigid temperatures, the fluffy white snowflakes that often blanket your backyard this time of year actually help ensure the survival of your trees and plants through spring.

Property Maintenance & Landscaping

Why You Should Start Looking For Winter Tree Damage

February 17, 2022

Spring is a great time to inspect your trees for both obvious and not-so-obvious problems.

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 Selection Guide

Best Small Flowering Trees for Your Landscape

May 10, 2021

Here are some of the best small flowering trees that require little maintenance and give your landscape a pop of color. You will also learn which ones you should stay away from, and how to properly care for your trees during spring.

Tree Identification

Do I Have a Winterberry Holly?

December 3, 2020

Learn how to identify a Winterberry Holly by its leaf, fruit, and bark. Winterberry Holly can grow in zones 3-9 and prefers acidic soil. The shrub needs at least 4 and up to 6 hours of uninterrupted sunlight per day and blooms in late spring.

Property Maintenance & Landscaping

Preparing Your Garden, Flower or Raised Beds for Winter

November 3, 2021

Follow these tips and instructions on how to prepare garden beds for winter to help keep your plants and flowers healthy through the dormant season.

Plant Health Care

What, When And Why: The Best Way To Fertilize Trees

May 11, 2021

Learn when your tree needs to be fertilized, the best tree fertilizer and the best time to fertilize your trees...

Lawn Care & Maintenance

What Is This Whitish Gray (Or Whitish Pink) Fuzz On My Grass?

January 25, 2024

What is snow mold? It's a fungal disease that can create patches of whitish gray or whitish pink grass blades in late winter and early spring. Let's talk about how to prevent snow mold and how to get rid of snow mold in your home lawn.

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