Tree & Landscape Care
Tree and Shrub Fertilization FAQs: What, Why, When & How
Do trees in your yard need to be fertilized? What kind of fertilizer is best for trees and shrubs? What happens if trees aren’t fertilized? When is the best time of year to apply fertilizer to trees in northeast Ohio? How should you do it? Keep reading for answers to those questions about fertilizing trees – and many more!
Read MoreTree Planting Tip: Buy the Right Size Tree
We’re often asked whether it’s better to plant a larger tree than a small one, especially if you want it to make an impact in your landscape more quickly. In this tree planting tip article, we explain how to choose the best size tree to plant and why.
Read MoreFAQs About Using Wood Chip Mulch in your Northeast Ohio Yard
Wood mulch is a layer of organic material used to cover the soil surface. This post answers all your questions about wood chips and wood mulch, how it benefits your garden, what to do (and not do!) with it, how to find it locally, and more.
Read MoreHow Dead Trees Benefit Wildlife [Even on Your Own Property!]
Learn how dead trees support the environment, safety considerations, and what to do with a dead tree on your property to help wildlife (removal may not be the only or best option!).
Read MoreHow to Tell if a Branch is Dead or Alive
Signs that indicate whether a branch or twig is dead or just dormant, why it’s important to know the difference, and what to do if it’s dead.
Read MoreIs Your Soil Healthy? How to Tell & Why it Matters
Soil health has a huge impact on plant health and appearance. Keep your trees healthy by learning what soil is, how to identify healthy soil, ways to improve poor soil (most urban & suburban soil falls in this category), fertilizer use, and more.
Read MoreHow to Protect Trees During Construction
Proper tree protection during a construction project can save you thousands of dollars in tree repair, removal & health care after the project is finished.
Read MoreAvoid These Pruning Mistakes That Can Kill Your Trees
Protect the health and appearance of your trees by avoiding the most common pruning mistakes. It’s easy when you know the proper pruning techniques (including what NOT do to), the right tools to use, when to prune and why you’re doing it.
Read MoreThe Many Surprising Benefits of Trees
We all appreciate trees – in a distracted, not-really-noticing-them kind of way. But did you know they not only provide shade, they also have the same cooling effect as 10 air conditioners, make you feel 7 years younger, lower crime, prevent erosion and increase your property value? And that’s just the beginning!
Read MoreHow to Choose the Right Tree & Planting Location For Your Northeast Ohio Landscape
As professional arborists called to tackle tree problems large and small, we’ve noticed something: most of the issues that we encounter stem from the wrong tree being in the wrong place. To help avoid this issue in the future, we’ve put together this guide to help you ensure that you are planting the RIGHT tree in the RIGHT place.
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