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
Can Winter Root Damage Happen Without Snow? Protecting Tree Roots in Snowless Winters
December 4, 2025
Snow acts as nature’s insulation for tree roots — so what happens when winter arrives without it? Learn how bare soil affects tree survival, signs of winter root damage, and expert tips to protect your trees during snowless winters.
Winter Tree Care Checklist: Preparing Trees for Spring in 3 Steps
January 12, 2021
Follow these tips to help your trees remain strong throughout the winter season and prepare for healthy spring growth.
Trimming & Pruning
Can You Keep Big Trees Small or Limit Tree Height?
April 5, 2022
Learn how you can limit tree height and how to keep big trees small. You can’t actually stop a tree from growing taller or stunt the growth of a tree, but you can limit tree height by pruning it to keep it small. You can even keep a cherry tree or oak tree small by pruning it the right way.
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.
Leaf & Needle Problems
Why Are My Oak Tree Leaves Turning Brown?
September 19, 2019
Is my oak tree dying? Is this oak wilt? The key to diagnosing your browning oak tree is looking past the color and checking for other signs and symptoms.
Insect & Disease Issues
Tree Troubles in Wet Weather: Tri-State Pest & Disease Guide
July 10, 2025
Learn how wet weather impacts tree health in NY, NJ, and CT. Explore common pests and fungal diseases, their symptoms, and the trees they affect.
Trimming & Pruning
What Is Tree Topping and Why Topping Is Harmful to Trees
October 11, 2021
You heard it here. Tree topping is not good for trees. Learn why tree topping damages trees and the right way to reduce trees' height.
Insect & Disease Issues
Tree Pests vs Beneficial Insects
May 30, 2024
Beneficial insects can play a vital role in maintaining the health and balance of tree ecosystems by preying on or parasitizing harmful insects, pollinating flowers, decomposing organic matter, and contributing to nutrient cycling. Let’s explore the world of tree pests versus beneficial insects.
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