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Climate Facing Trees For U.S. Metropolitan Areas
The Davey Institute continues to research areas of the country to assess the shifting climate zones and determine what is the best tree to plant for climate change.
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Tree Planting & Transplanting
Right Tree, Right Place: Tree Roots
Here are trees with invasive roots and what you can do to best manage them if you have them in your yard.
Browning Evergreen
Leaf & Needle Problems
What To Do When Evergreen Trees Are Dying From Top Down
Think your pine, evergreen or spruce tree is dying from the top down? Find out why the top of your evergreen is turning brown and what you can do.
Planting Trees Near Driveway
Tree Selection Guide
Best Trees to Plant Near a Driveway by Zone
Here’s a list of the best trees to plant near a driveway for shade, fast-growing, and narrow driveway. All organized by growing zones, growth heights, and things to consider.
Buying A Home With Big Mature Trees Near Foundation Davey Tree
Buying a House with Big, Mature Trees Near House or Foundation
Buying a house with big, mature trees? Learn how big trees in the backyard save you money! But there are risks of having a big tree near or too close to the house: it could fall or it could damage the house foundation. Use this checklist before buying a house with big trees or dead trees.
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Tree Selection Guide
Plants Good for Flooding and Wet Areas (By Zone)
Concerned about flood damage to your plants? Find out which trees and shrubs like wet soil. Then, identify the best plants for wet areas in your zone (garden zones 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10).
Best Evergreen Trees
Plant Health Care
Why Do Evergreens Stay Green All Year?
Evergreens, like conifers, can conserve water during the summer and winter because of its special needle shape and waxy coating, so their leaves stay green year-round. What is the difference between deciduous and evergreen trees? Get all the evergreen tree care tips here.
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Tree Identification
Tree Identification: Do I Have A Sassafras Tree?
What does a sassafras tree look like? If you suspect you have a sassafras tree in your yard, or if you’re on the lookout for one to plant, recognizing its unique features will be crucial. Here are key characteristics and tips on proper care.
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