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Crepe Myrtle Tree
Trimming & Pruning
"Crepe Murder" Pruning Mistakes & Recovery
Avoid 'crepe murder'—the harmful over-pruning of crepe myrtles that can damage tree health and appearance. Learn proper pruning techniques to preserve beauty and longevity
Tree Fertilization
Plant Health Care
Why You Should Fertilize Flowering Trees?
Fertilizing flowering trees can enhance your landscape aesthetics. By using a slow-release fertilizer it encourages blooms while increasing healthy growth. Fertilization strengthens trees by promoting a healthy root system, learn more.
Girdling Root On Parking Lot Live Oak
Plant Health Care
It Looks Like The Roots Are Strangling My Tree
Tree girdling roots is commonly caused by improper planting, like piling too much mulch up against the tree trunk. To help alleviate girdling roots, a certified arborist will use a special tool with compressed air to excavate the soil without damaging the tree.
Jap Beetle
Lawn Care & Maintenance
Have Japanese Beetles? Check & Control Lawn Grubs Now!
See Japanese beetles? Learn when to control and treat for grubs. In the Japanese beetle life cycle, they lay grubs. Look for symptoms of grubs now to prevent damage.
Tree Recovery Drought
Davey Knowledge
Why Some Trees Recover After Drought and Others Don’t 
Will your tree recover after drought? Learn why some trees rebound while others continue to decline, plus the signs of recovery and when to call a certified arborist. 
Heat Stress On Plants
Plant Health Care
Tree Heat Stress Is Real: How to Protect Roots During Summer Heatwaves
Heatwaves don’t just stress leaves—your tree’s roots are at risk, too. Learn how to protect and revive roots with deep watering, mulch, and smart summer tree care.
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Tree Safety, Storm Prep & Recovery
How To Support Tree Limbs
Protect your tree and property from any future damage with tree support systems. Understanding the type of tree support system your tree needs should be assessed by a certified arborist for the best outcome.
Magnolia Tree Banner
Plant Health Care
What Second Homeowners Should Check on Southern Trees After a Mild Winter
Returning to your Southern home this spring? Learn how mild winters affect trees in Florida and the Southeast — and what to inspect before growth and storm seasons begin.
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