Mulch, when used in moderation, has many benefits. But somehow it’s become popular to pile mulch around trees. This causes many problems, most of which aren’t immediately apparent. But make no mistake about it – mulch volcanoes are a death sentence for trees. Here’s why and what you should do instead.
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Spring yard cleanup can be overwhelming. Keep it simple by starting with these quick things to help your landscape and trees when spring arrives in Northern Virginia.
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Spring tree care lays a solid foundation for the long growing season ahead and helps keep your trees healthy, beautiful and safe. Here’s what to do …
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Are tree branches touching power lines dangerous? Can you trim the trees yourself? What about secondary lines – is it OK if trees touch those? We answer those FAQs and more!
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When and how you prune fruit trees makes a huge difference in their health, fruit quality, and yield. Learn the proper timing, species differences, pruning techniques, and more.
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Ten simple steps you can take before snow, ice and cold weather arrive to protect trees through the Northern Virgina winter.
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Learn what affects the cost of tree removal, what questions to ask the tree removal company, and how to know whether the price is reasonable or not.
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Before you select a tree for your home landscape, there are three things to check and three places to look. Do all of these and you’ll be able to choose the best tree for your property and avoid common problems.
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Description, targeted trees, damage, symptoms of infestation, and treatment options for the four most common and destructive tree pests in our area, plus two new ones to watch out for (it’s just a matter of time until they arrive in our area).
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Are yellow tree leaves in summer a serious problem? We share details about why leaves turn yellow, what signs to look out for, what’s likely causing the problem, and what to do about it.
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You’ve probably seen many newly-planted trees held up with stakes. But is it necessary? We answer all your questions about whether a newly-planted tree should be staked, how to stake a tree, how long to leave it, what to use, and what not to do.
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These delicious fruiting trees grow well in northern Virginia and are generally the easiest to care for. We cover the best varieties, growing conditions, care, and more.
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