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Have Japanese Beetles? Check and Control Lawn Grubs Now!
Japanese beetles lay eggs that turn into grubs and eat your lawn in late summer and again in spring. Then, those grubs turn into Japanese beetles. Control Japanese beetle grubs this year to...
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The Best Advice on DIY Tree Removal and Cutting
When it comes to DIY improvements, there are some projects you can handle like a pro and others you should leave to a pro. Find out if it’s ever safe and recommended to remove a tree on your own.
DIY Tree Watering with Homemade Tree Watering System
Did you know more than 50 percent of a living tree’s weight is water? That H2O helps trees thrive. You want to water your tree deeply, which you can do easily with one of these tree watering systems.
How to Get Rid of Ants Near Your Trees
Some ants don’t pose a problem at all and others are out to hurt our plants. So how can you tell the difference? Read on to learn everything you need to know about these creeping critters and...
Why Do My Tree and Plant Leaves Look Sunburned or Brown in Summer?
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Getting Rid of Sweetgum Tree Balls
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How to Stop Tree Roots from Sprouting in the Lawn
Joy asked, “We have a pear tree. It has sprouted shoots all over the grass. Is there any solution other than removing the tree?” We asked experts why tree roots sprout, how to remove them and if...
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How to Get Rid of Crabgrass in the Summer
If you didn’t apply pre-emergent in spring, your lawn can become overrun by crabgrass. While it is best to stop crabgrass before it sprouts, you can try to get rid of it in summer with these steps!
Why You Should be Removing Ivy from Trees
When tangles of ivy climb your tree’s trunk, you may like the look, but how do trees feel about it? Keep reading to learn how ivy can harm trees as it grows and how to remove ivy from trees.
Why Does My Tree Have No Leaves on Top? (Maple, Birch and Ash)
Spotting twigs and trees with no leaves on top are not just unattractive, they are likely in trouble. Find out why trees, including maple, birch, and ash, experience this and what you should do next.
What Are These Bumps on My Oak Tree Leaves?
Gwen asked, “I believe insects have burrowed into the leaves of my burr oak tree, now they’re dying and turning orange.” If you see bumpy oak leaves with a funky color, learn why this happens.
Uh Oh - My Tree Has Buds, but No Leaves?
Why are the buds on your tree still not breaking? What's going on? Use the tips below to get to the root of the problem, and figure out the best way to help your tree.
How to Dispose of Dead Ash Trees (Even If They Have EAB)
You know removing your EAB-infested ash tree was for the best. Then, you’re left with a pile of ash wood. Read on to learn how to safely dispose of dead ash trees that had EAB.
Why Your Tree is Not Growing Leaves in Spring (Cherry, Elm & Ash)
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Newly Planted Tree Leaves Turning Brown, Yellow or Wilting? Try…
You see your brand new tree with brown, yellow or wilted leaves, which is a problem. Read on to learn what you can do to help.
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Does it matter what kind of mulch you use? Or, should you perhaps replace mulch with stones? Learn the pros and cons of mulching with an organic mulch or an inorganic mulch like rocks.
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