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.
Plant Health Care
How Much Water Does a Newly-Planted Tree Need?
August 16, 2022
Keep the top 12 inches of soil around the root ball moist. Generally, that means 4-10 gallons each week. Click to pinpoint what's best for your tree.
Soil Care & Mulching
How To Help Your Landscape Survive Dry Conditions
February 2, 2023
Here's how to best care for your trees, shrubs, and lawn during unexpected dry weather conditions.
Plant Health Care
Winter Salt Damage on Shrubs: What To Do Before Spring Growth
February 20, 2026
Don’t wait for spring to repair salt-damaged shrubs. Learn how to spot early signs of salt stress, flush harmful buildup from soil, and restore shrub health before new growth begins.
Soil Care & Mulching
Should Humates Be Applied Before or After Fertilizer?
April 18, 2024
You don’t have to apply humates before or after fertilizer; you can actually mix humates with other fertilizers and apply them at the same time.
Property Maintenance & Landscaping
How To Help Trees Recover From Winter Dieback
March 19, 2020
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.
Davey Knowledge
Most Common Questions about Tree Care in Spring
June 16, 2021
A “Spring Tree Question Round-up” to share which questions were asked the most this spring.
Davey Knowledge
What Milder Winters Mean for Your Trees: Dormancy Disruption & How to Respond
December 18, 2025
Warmer winters disrupt tree dormancy, leading to early bud swell, frost injury, and poor blooming. Learn how to spot stress, protect roots, and adapt your tree care.
Plant Health Care
Tree Heat Stress Is Real: How to Protect Roots During Summer Heatwaves
June 12, 2026
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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