Winter tree care is necessary to protect your trees from the elements. The cold temperatures and drying winds can be stressful on trees. Learn how to protect trees while weathering the cold season. Pruning In the winter, trees become dormant, making it the best time to prune back weak, damaged, or poorly attached branches and …
Fall brings an exhibition of colors as leaves turn and temperatures cool. It is a great time to plant trees and shrubs in the Carolinas. Trees planted in the fall have less stress, better growth and it provides an extra growing season before the summer heat arrives. In the winter, trees go dormant. The tree’s …
It’s the time of year to share fall tree care tips! Fall is here when tree leaves start changing from green to red, orange and yellow colors before they fall to the ground. Also, it is a good time to prepare trees for their winter dormant season. A little time spent on tree maintenance in …
Is there anything you can do to protect trees from storm damage? It is a question frequently asked after a storm has damaged someone’s tree. Trees are vulnerable to heavy winds, hail, and lightning. They can affect the trees from their roots to their crown. Properly maintained, healthy trees can usually withstand the forces of …
Fast growing shrubs provide curb appeal and a natural privacy fence between neighbors and street traffic. Also, they provide a sound barrier to reduce noise, and protect against harsh winds. Here are some shrubs that grow quickly and do well in North Carolina. Green Giant Arborvitae This is a large, fast-growing pyramidal shrub with dense …
Fast growing trees are popular for many reasons. They provide shelter from the sun, privacy, and enhance your landscape. Trees improve air quality and cultivate a natural habitat for bugs and animals. Planting fast-growing trees can add value to your property. Here are some of the most popular fast-growing trees for North Carolina. Hybrid Poplar …
Hot weather care for trees is important. Have you ever thought about how trees are affected by hot weather? Trees use transpiration to cool themselves, where water evaporates from the small openings in stems, leaves, and flowers. Trees absorb water from the soil through their roots. When the weather is hot, trees transpire more and …
How do I know if I have a dead tree? It is important to know the difference between a dead and a diseased tree. A sick tree can sometimes be saved, but a dead tree needs to be removed. Sometimes it is obvious that a tree is dying when leaves turn brown in the summer …
Common tree diseases can occur and cause unsightly blemishes on any tree or death if untreated. If the disease is discovered early, it can usually be treated. Here is a closer look at some of the most common tree diseases in North Carolina. Brown Spot Needle Blight: It causes pine tree needles to turn …
The best trees to plant in NC (North Carolina) provide shade from the sun, privacy, and curb appeal. While many trees will flourish in the state, some species are more successful and easier to care for than others. Here are a variety of popular options to help you choose the best tree for you. Dogwood …
