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Fallen tree branches on a residential street after extreme weather ready for storm damage cleanup services.

Contact Green Vista for Storm Damage Cleanup in Northern Virginia

Who do you call when storms damage your trees? Green Vista! Learn how Green Vista Tree Care can handle your storm damage cleanup needs in Northern Virginia.
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Overgrown deciduous trees grow too close to a residential home in Northern Virginia.

Dangers of Untrimmed Trees in Northern Virginia

You may know some of the dangers of untrimmed trees in Northern Virginia, but did you know that not regularly pruning your trees can impact your home value, create safety hazards, harbor pests, and more?
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Hands use a chisel to carve a decorative pattern into a flat piece of light-colored wood.

What Are the Best Wood Types for Furniture in Northern Virginia?

Discover the best wood types for furniture that are perfect for crafting stunning pieces in Northern Virginia and Fairfax County.
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A brown and tan mushroom with a curved stalk grows from a moist, dark gray tree trunk. Mushrooms that grow on trees help decompose organic material.

Mushrooms That Grow on Trees – What Does It Mean?

Are those mushrooms spouting around your tree a problem? Learn about mushrooms that grow on trees and other Northern Virginia tree fungi. Click now for mind-blowing insights!
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The eastern redbud displaying its reddish-pink flowers, is one of several wind-resistant trees.

10 Wind-Resistant Trees to Keep Homes Safer in Northern Virginia

Severe weather can wreak havoc on any tree, but some trees handle high winds better than others. Here are ten wind-resistant trees ideal for Northern Virginia.
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4 photos showing native trees that are susceptible to pests, create a lot of litter, or don’t do well in Northern Virginia.

Northern Virginia Native Trees That May Need Some Extra Care

Native trees can benefit your Northern Virginia property, but some may need a little extra care. Learn which native NoVa trees can be problematic, what you can do if you have or plan to plant any of these trees on your property, and how Green Vista Tree Care can help.
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The white spring flowers of the native flowering dogwood tree in Virginia.

Why Plant Native Trees and Plants in Northern Virginia?

Caring for native trees and plants easier than maintaining non-natives. Here are some other reasons you should grow native plants in Northern Virginia.
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A tree trunk with bark removed, exposing the white mycelial fans associated with armillaria.

3 Common Northern Virginia Tree Diseases

Three serious tree diseases are putting your Northern Virginia trees at risk. Learn how to identify the symptoms of these diseases and how you can prevent them to keep your trees healthy.
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The red foliage of the native Virginia creeper vine on a tree in Northern Virginia.

How to Tell the Difference Between Invasive and Native Vines in Northern Virginia

Invasive vines often look like native vines, but there is a clear difference: Invasive vines can harm or kill your native plants and trees. While many of these vines look similar to natives, there are some characteristics you can use to determine which vines are harmful. Once they are identified you can take the steps to get rid of invasive vines by using our invasive vine removal resources and strategies.
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Several large trees grow near a house as viewed from the roof.

What to Do About Tree Damage to Roofs

Mature, well cared for trees on properties are valuable, provide shade, and make any area look more welcoming. However, the closer the mature trees are to buildings, especially houses, the more problems they can cause. Roofs, especially, can suffer damage from nearby trees. In this article, we’ll discuss how roofs and trees impact each other, some things to consider when it comes to your trees, some issues to watch for, and how to protect your roof while maintaining your trees.
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