Points of Consideration Before choosing your tree variety, determine your hardiness zone. The USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map defines planting zones from 1a to 13b. The zone you’re in will determine which species you select. Follow the link to help you determine your zone: planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/PHZMWeb/InteractiveMap.aspx . You have decided to plant a tree and the […]
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Points of Consideration As a homeowner, we have a responsibility when planting trees. Of course, we want to choose a tree that is colorful whether that be with beautiful fall foliage or lovely summer blooms but that isn’t the only thing we have to consider. We will cover the main topics that should be considered
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Protect your trees against illnesses, and pest activity. Understanding the causes of tree death can enable you to spot potential problems and take appropriate action. Tree Illnesses In rare cases, tree diseases can kill your trees in a single growing season, wreaking havoc on your trees. The following are a few of the more widespread
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Winter Tree Care Even though it is not hot, sultry, dog days of summer, trees in your landscape still need to be watered when there is no rain. Do My Trees Need Water A good rule of thumb is to check your soil using a screwdriver. Sounds odd but it works. Simply try to insert
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Now is the time to properly prune crape myrtles in this region, there is never a good time for topping a crape myrtle. Crape Myrtles Are Sought After Crape myrtles come in beautiful colors … white, pinks, purples and are showstoppers when in full bloom. They have a long blooming season, starting in May into
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Dormant Tree Care – Why it is important to prune during this time Even though your trees are asleep, don’t forget to care for them this winter. Dormancy is the perfect time to prune your trees. Disease management Trees sense a change in daylight and at this point begin making a change on a cellular
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This winter don’t forget to care for your tree! Even though it’s cold and wet, it is the perfect time to care for your dormant trees. Follow these 3 steps for essential tree care for the winter. Are you thinking about tree care now??? Most people think of spring as the time to address this,
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This winter, don’t forget to care for your tree! Even though it’s cold and wet, it is the perfect time to care for your dormant trees. Follow these 3 steps for essential tree care for the winter. Are you thinking about tree care now??? Most people think of spring as the time to address this,
