Whether you're picking out a tree for your landscape or making a list for this season's to-dos, we have your tree care questions answered.
Plant Health Care
How Do You Preserve a Christmas Tree and Keep It Fresh and Green?
December 6, 2022
Everyone wants a Christmas tree that looks just as fresh as the day you brought it home. Instead of adding preservatives to the water, focus on...
Plant Health Care
How To Tell If A Tree Is Dead In Winter
January 25, 2022
In winter, many worry: Is my tree dead or dormant? Use this 3-step check to tell if your tree is dead in winter or just dormant.
Tree Identification
Tree Identification: Do I Have An Alligator Juniper?
July 20, 2023
Think you have an alligator juniper tree in your yard or maybe you’d like to plant one? Here’s what you need to know about alligator juniper trees and planting tips.
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.
Plant Health Care
DIY Tree Watering With Homemade Tree Watering System
July 18, 2022
Learn how to make a homemade tree watering system. You can water trees with a 5 gallon bucket or a DIY tree watering bag. Here are the steps.
Plant Health Care
How Much Water Does a Newly-Planted Tree Need?
August 16, 2022
Keep the top 12 inches of soil around the root ball moist. Generally, that means 4-10 gallons each week. Click to pinpoint what's best for your tree.
Soil Care & Mulching
Why Should a Homeowner Perform a Soil Test?
October 18, 2022
Wonder why nothing will grow in your garden? Well, it could be the soil! See what your soil has (and lacks) with a quick soil test. Start by...
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...
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