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Freeze and Thaw Damage on Trees
Read how fluctuating winter temperatures and frost can affect tree growth and cause other types of winter injury. Mulching trees in fall and tree guards are just a couple things you can do to help minimize damage, learn more.
How To Identify Tree Borers
Insect & Disease Issues
Signs of Tree Boring Insects
Common tree borers include the Emerald Ash Borer, Locust Borer, Bronze Birch Borer, and Longhorned Beetles. Learn which types of trees are at risk, where you’ll find these tree borers, common tree symptoms, and how to get rid of the tree borer.
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Leaf & Needle Problems
What Happens If Trees Bud Too Early?
Because of the warm winter, your trees may be budding already. Is it bad if trees start budding in winter? Learn if they'll bloom again and how to protect them.
Best Time To Fertilize Evergreens
Plant Health Care
When To Fertilize Evergreens: Should You Fertilize Evergreens In The Winter?
Slow-release fertilization is so beneficial for your evergreens. The ideal way to determine your fertilizer choice is to conduct a soil test to confirm what nutrients your soil is lacking. However, fertilizing during certain seasons can be beneficial, learn more.
Look Out For Winter Tree Damage
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How To Help Trees Recover From Winter Dieback
Don’t panic! Winter tree dieback does not mean your tree is a goner. Learn how to recover your trees from these common winter damages: sunscald, winter desiccation, soil damage from salt, and snow and ice damage.
Best Time To Prune Evergreens
Trimming & Pruning
When to Trim Evergreens
Different evergreen species have different pruning requirements compared to others and trimming timeframes. Be careful to not over prune the plant and cause additional challenges like inviting diseases or pests.
Topped Tree Stock
How Often Should You Prune To Fix A Topped Tree?
Help your tree get on the road to recovery with these timing tips.
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Leaf & Needle Problems
Why Are My Shrubs Turning Brown And Dying?
A once healthy shrub that’s now dull, dry and brown is likely in trouble. If your shrubs switched up on you, keep reading to find out how to step in and save them.
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