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Newly Planted Shrub Care & Maintenance

April 6, 2023

Newly planted shrubs require some special maintenance and attention to ensure they grow healthy roots. Here’s how to help bushes grow so you can give your new shrub the best start possible.

Trimming & Pruning

Tree Branches Hanging Over Or Touching Roof? Do This…

February 7, 2022

Have you noticed tree branches touching your roof? Or perhaps a neighbor’s tree is touching your house? Learn how to cut a limb safely and solve the problem.

Tree Removal

The Best Advice On DIY Tree Removal & Cutting

July 20, 2022

Davey Tree shares our best DIY tree removal, DIY tree felling and DIY cutting advice. Learn if it's safe to pull a tree with truck and even how to cut down a small tree.

Trimming & Pruning

Does Cutting Off Dead Branches Help A Tree?

October 24, 2022

Yes - cutting off dead branches does help a tree! Here's three science-backed reasons why, and as a bonus, learn if cut tree branches can grow back!

Plant Health Care

Can You Stop A Fruit Tree From Leaking Sap (Cherry, Plum Or Peach)?

May 4, 2022

Colleen said, “I have a plum tree that's oozing sap, and many branches feel dead. Is this OK?” Stop the tree from leaking sap and see if plum tree sap is edible.

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Property Maintenance & Landscaping

Clean Cuts

November 9, 2021

In terms of tree care and maintenance, late fall and even early winter are perfect times to clean pruning tools and yard supplies - when they're not in use.

Tree Planting & Transplanting

How To Stake A Tree Properly (And How Long To Keep It Staked)

May 9, 2017

Learn how to stake a tree properly - including how long should you keep a tree staked and tree staking methods for staking a new tree for support.

Tree Selection Guide

Top 5 Low Maintenance Evergreens for Privacy

August 25, 2022

Evergreens are great choices for privacy screens because they add this cover and color all year long. Let’s look at the best evergreens to plant for privacy.

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