Tree Pruning Tips for the Winter
Winter might seem like the time to put away the garden tools and wait for spring, but it’s actually one of the best seasons for pruning. With the leaves gone and the tree dormant, you…
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When Should You Prune Your Apple Trees?
Apple trees reward good pruning with better fruit, a healthier shape, and longer life. But timing and technique make all the difference. Prune at the wrong time and you’ll stunt growth. Prune the wrong way…
How To Remove A Stump Without Breaking A Sweat
So you’ve just chopped down a tree, for whatever reason. Maybe it posed a safety issue in your neighborhood. Maybe you need the extra space in your yard. Whatever reason is behind the tree chopping…
Stump Grinding A to Z: The Complete Guide
What is a Stump Grinder? A stump grinding machine is basically a large woodworking machine that resembles a circular saw on steroids. A spinning wheel has large teeth attached to it that are designed to…
What to Do If a Tree Falls on Your House
A tree crashing into your home is one of the most stressful situations a homeowner can face. Whether it’s from a storm, high winds, or a weakened trunk finally giving way, knowing exactly what to…
A Look At Several Maple Tree Diseases
Maple tree diseases can strike even established healthy trees, but the best preventive measure remains to do those things which lead to keeping a tree fit and healthy. Sometimes a disease can’t be prevented, and…
Eastern Pine Shoot Borer
Symptoms of a eastern pine shoot borer problem When you notice shoots beginning to wilt, turn yellow and drop it’s time to take action. The first evidence of an attack occurs about mid-June when the…
Planting and Growing a Southern Magnolia Tree
GENERAL INFO The southern magnolia tree, or the magnolia Grandiflora, is a very fragrant and attractive evergreen tree. This tree is natively grown in the southern states of the United States from Virginia to Florida…
A Quick Guide To Magnolia Susan
A wonderfully fragrant and lovely choice for a spring bloomer is the Magnolia Susan. Just one of the “girls” in the hybridized Girl Series of magnolias, Susan is sure to please any homeowner that is…
Spider Mites
Spider mites are tiny sap-sucking pests that can wreak havoc on trees, shrubs, and ornamental plants, especially during hot, dry weather. They’re hard to see with the naked eye, but the damage they cause is…