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Tree Selection Guide

The Best and Worst Trees to Plant Near a House (By Zone)

April 17, 2018

Learn about the worst trees to plant near your house and what trees to avoid such as the white ash and oak because of their widespread, invasive roots.

Tree Selection Guide

Top Hardy Trees & Shrubs (By Zone)

August 22, 2019

With a little research, you can find out exactly what flowers, trees, and shrubs will look the best in your yard while factoring in climate, temperature, and weather.

Tree Identification

Evergreen Tree Identification Guide: How to Tell the Difference Among Spruce, Fir and Pine Trees

December 17, 2020

Identifying evergreens can be tricky! Follow this guide on how to tell if you have a Spruce, Fir, or Pine tree by the shape of its needles and texture of cones. You will learn the different characteristics and differentiators.

Tree Selection Guide

Brilliant Fall Foliage: Best Trees For Fall Color

October 21, 2021

As you plan your landscape, consider trees that provide seasonal beauty in your yard. Here’s a full list of top trees with the best foliage in fall.

Fireproof Landscapes with Fire Resistant Plants, Trees and Shrubs

August 8, 2017

Learn what trees and shrubs are fire resistant in California including a fire resistant plant list and trees that can survive forest fires.

Tree Selection Guide

Best Low Pollen Trees

March 11, 2021

There are common plants and trees that trigger allergies. Here’s a list of the best and worst trees for allergies.

Trimming & Pruning

Can You Keep Big Trees Small or Limit Tree Height?

April 3, 2018

Learn how you can limit tree height and how to keep big trees small. You can’t actually stop a tree from growing taller or stunt the growth of a tree, but you can limit tree height by pruning it to keep it small. You can even keep a cherry tree or oak tree small by pruning it the right way.

Insect & Disease Issues

Do Cicadas Damage Or Eat Trees?

August 3, 2022

Cicadas don't eat trees, but do damage trees, like fruit or oak trees. Learn what trees cicadas like, how to keep cicadas off trees and when cicadas will go away!

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