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.
Tree Identification
Tree Identification Guide: How to Identify an Elm Tree
June 24, 2021
What type of tree do I have? Learn how to identify if you have a beautiful elm tree by these characteristics and common types of elm tree species.
Tree Selection Guide
The Best Trees For Blocking Wind & Act As A Windbreak
October 3, 2022
Discover the best windbreak trees in zones 5 through zone 9. Then, learn proper spacing for windbreak trees and how to plant trees for energy efficiency.
Plant Health Care
Skip the Sugar Water - Best Care for Christmas Trees
December 1, 2021
Wondering how to keep your Christmas tree alive? What do you put in Christmas tree water to keep the tree fresh? Here are the best care tips from industry experts.
Leaf & Needle Problems
Why Didn't My Forsythia Bloom This Year?
May 28, 2020
Here are some issues that can stop forsythia shrubs from flowering: improper pruning, fungal diseases, placement in the yard, harsh winter and well-drained soil. Leaf problems, like discoloration or wilting, could be a sign the bush is dying.
Plant Health Care
Are Bumps on Branches and Trunks (Burls) Bad for Trees?
July 5, 2022
If you spot growing bumps on your tree trunk or bumps on tree branches, those are burls on trees! But are burls bad for trees? Usually not. Burls typically don’t do any harm to trees. But you should get to the bottom of why they're growing. Look for...
Insect & Disease Issues
How To Get Rid Of Japanese Beetles Eating Your Landscape Plants
August 10, 2022
Learn what methods are used to control Japanese beetles - even on fruit trees with neem oil. There are home remedies to control Japanese beetle infestations.
Trimming & Pruning
Winter Tree Pruning: Young Trees, Fruit Trees, Spring Flowering Trees
December 16, 2021
Let’s look at important facts about winter pruning, specifically for young trees, fruit trees, and spring-flowering trees, so you can gain a better understanding of how to keep your trees in prime health.
Trimming & Pruning
"Crepe Murder" Pruning Mistakes & Recovery
May 15, 2025
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
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