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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.

Lawn Care & Maintenance

How To Stop Tree Roots From Sprouting In The Lawn

June 22, 2022

Learn how to stop tree roots from sprouting in your lawn including how to prevent tree roots from sprouting and how to kill tree seedlings in your lawn.

Tree Planting & Transplanting

Can You Plant A Tree Where Another Died?

May 5, 2022

Planting a tree where your old tree died can be tricky. To avoid replant disease and ensure tree planting success, follow these tips on how to plant a tree properly.

Tree Selection Guide

Fast Growing Tree for Privacy: Leyland Cypress

August 27, 2020

A leyland cypress should be planted in hardiness zones 6-10, and the tree needs at least 6 full hours of sunlight every day. It can grow to a height of 50 to 70 feet and should be planted in fall or spring. The most important thing is to avoid planting this evergreen in the heat of summer.

What Does An Eastern Redbud Tree Look Like

Tree Identification

Tree Identification Guide: How to Identify an Eastern Redbud Tree

July 29, 2021

Native to North America, Eastern redbud tree flowers are pea-like and rosy pink with tinges of purple on many varieties. They grow 20- to 30-feet tall and 25- to 30-feet wide, giving small landscapes just the right touch of color and interest.

Tree Identification

Tree Identification: Do I Have A Ginkgo Tree?

September 7, 2023

Here are some fun facts about ginkgo trees, as well as how you can spot their unique characteristics and keep them healthy all year long.

Tree Identification

How Many Tree Species Are There in North America?

November 30, 2023

In the entire world, there are over 65,000 tree types. The United States alone has 228 billion trees with roughly 30% of the country covered with forests.

Plant Health Care

Signs & Symptoms Of A Sick Tree

June 9, 2021

Wondering if your tree is sick? See what’s wrong with your tree. First…

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