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How Cold Temperatures Impact Spring Growth: Preparing for a Healthy Bloom
December 19, 2024
Learn how cold winter temperatures affect spring growth for trees and shrubs. From nutrient intake disruption to frost cracks and winter burn, discover essential winter tree care tips to protect your landscape all season long.
Lawn Care & Maintenance
Best Time to Plant New Grass Seed: Pros and Cons for Each Season
March 18, 2021
Installing a new lawn can be an overwhelming task for any homeowner. And timing is a crucial component in seeding a yard. Here are the best times to plant new grass seed with the pros and cons for each season, Spring and Fall.
Plant Health Care
Why Won’t My Hydrangeas Bloom?
June 23, 2022
What would cause a hydrangea not to bloom? Here are the key factors -- including weather, fertilization, sun exposure, and pruning practices -- that are most commonly to blame for hydrangea not blooming.
Tree Removal
What to Do with a Tree Stump in the Front Yard? Hide It!
August 2, 2022
Have a tree stump left in your yard? Removing them can be costly. Instead, hide or convert. Try...
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
5 Steps for Handling Snow Bent Tree Branches
January 24, 2022
Bill asked, "Should I shake the trees or otherwise try to remove the snow from the branches?” If trees are bent over in snow, usually, you shouldn't shake snow bent trees.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How to Protect Trees in Winter: Three Proactive Tips
January 30, 2020
Taking these proactive steps for your trees during the winter months will help them flourish during the spring. Learn how to keep deer away from trees, how to use dormant oils and how late you can apply it, and when to apply anti-desiccant to your evergreens.
Leaf & Needle Problems
Why Are Trees Losing Leaves In August Or Early Fall?
September 1, 2021
A reader asked why her oak tree was losing all its leaves summer. If your tree is losing leaves in early summer (June) or late summer (August), find out why. We outline why oak, maple and ash trees lose leaves in summer. Or if you're seeing tree leaves lose leaves early in the fall, click here!
Plant Health Care
Winter Watering for Evergreens: What You Need to Know
December 10, 2020
Once the ground is frozen, watering your evergreen isn’t necessary, but if you live in a warmer climate where the ground doesn’t freeze, you should water your evergreen in winter as often as it needs it. Proper watering can also help prevent winter burn on your evergreens.
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