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.
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.
Plant Health Care
Can Winter Root Damage Happen Without Snow? Protecting Tree Roots in Snowless Winters
December 4, 2025
Snow acts as nature’s insulation for tree roots — so what happens when winter arrives without it? Learn how bare soil affects tree survival, signs of winter root damage, and expert tips to protect your trees during snowless winters.
Plant Health Care
Are Bumps on Branches and Trunks (Burls) Bad for Trees?
July 5, 2022
If you spot growing bumps on your tree trunk or bumps on tree branches, those are burls on trees! But are burls bad for trees? Usually not. Burls typically don’t do any harm to trees. But you should get to the bottom of why they're growing. Look for...
Insect & Disease Issues
How To Get Rid Of Japanese Beetles Eating Your Landscape Plants
August 10, 2022
Learn what methods are used to control Japanese beetles - even on fruit trees with neem oil. There are home remedies to control Japanese beetle infestations.
Davey Knowledge
Don’t Skip a Winter Tree Inspection: Why Cold Weather Reveals Hidden Tree Risks
November 13, 2025
Winter is the perfect time for a tree inspection. With leaves off and frozen ground, arborists can spot hidden structural issues, prune safely, and prevent storm damage. Learn why winter tree inspections are key to cold-weather tree care.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
Perennial Plant Care: What You Need to Know About Cutting Back Perennials
November 19, 2020
All perennials need to be cut back for healthy growth. Depending on the type of plant some should be cut back in late fall or early winter, while others in spring. Learn how to properly cut back your perennials and which perennials need back in fall or spring.
Tree Safety, Storm Prep & Recovery
Your Backyard Tree Checklist For The Winter Storm Season
December 13, 2021
Your local professionally trained arborists at The Davey Tree Expert Company share eight ways to identify potential tree damage before the storm season begins.
Tree Identification
Ash Tree Identification: Do I Have An Ash Tree?
January 27, 2022
What does an Ash tree look like? Learn how to identify an Ash tree by these common characteristics: ash tree leaves, bark, and common types of ash trees.
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