For a long time, it was common practice to use a pruning sealer when trimming trees — a seemingly common-sense practice recommended by trained arborists and nursery workers alike. Generations of homeowners grew up believing that painting on an application of pruning sealer on trees limbs/branches was an integral part of […]
Tampa has more trees than any other city on the planet. That’s according to the MIT Senseable City Lab, which measures the size of the tree canopy in cities. It’s an honor Tampa takes seriously; the city will give you free shade and ornamental trees to plant in medians and other public right-of-ways […]
A hurricane is not a matter of if in Tampa Bay, it’s a matter of when. In 2017, the metro area was one of the many targets for Hurricane Irma as it bounced across the Caribbean and up Florida’s western coast. It caused billions of dollars in damage. While it […]
Working in a garden center while in college, Pamela Bennett decided plants and trees would become her profession and passion. Now as associate professor and state master gardener program director for The Ohio State University Extension in Springfield, she helps people build that passion and helps them with questions. Many […]
Momma always said if I didn’t have anything nice to say, I shouldn’t say anything at all. While I agree with that statement, along with the good often times comes the bad. This holds true when considering what types of trees to plant in Richmond, Virginia! The Richmond area is […]
No tree says Florida like the palm tree, especially the state tree, the sabal palm. But lethal bronzing disease threatens dozens of palm tree species across the state, including the sabal palm. And the organism causing it is on the move. Lethal bronzing disease can kill a tree in less than a […]
Oaks are a beloved tree in San Antonio, and for good reason. They come in many varieties, are mostly evergreen, and are very hardy. Unless that is, they’re infected with oak wilt. Like people, trees can also suffer from disease and illness. Oak wilt, hypoxylon cankers, root rot, and bacterial leaf […]
The City of Oaks takes its trees very seriously, and the reason why is clear. “Because of all the benefits that trees provide: better air quality, better water quality, the aesthetic value, the habitat,” says Chris Crum, Development Forester with the City of Raleigh. So if you’re looking to plant […]
Pruning may not top your list of favorite landscaping activities, but it’s a vital part of caring for your trees. It’s just as important to know why, when, and how to safely prune your trees. Why Prune Pruning helps shape trees, promotes growth, and keeps people and property safe. When […]
Growing a beautiful tree, one that’s right for your landscape, begins before you dig a hole and put a sapling in the ground. Homeowners need to consider the species, where to plant it and exactly how big it’s going to get down the road. “They’re like puppies — they’re like […]