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Trimming Tall Trees
Tall trees provide ample shade, as well as a large habitat for a variety of animals. To keep them in optimal health they must be trimmed and pruned occasionally. When a tree limb dies or becomes too heavy, it can break away from the trunk and possibly injure a person …
Watering Your Trees Correctly
Watering your trees correctly is one of the best ways to keep them healthy and stress free. Normally you do not need to water your trees, but summer will be here soon, and drought-like conditions can occur. Additional watering will be needed to keep mature trees healthy and maximize the …
What Kind of Tree Pest Do I Have?
How do you determine if you have a tree pest? If you notice holes in the trunk of the tree or eaten leaves, you probably have a tree pest. It can be challenging to identify which tree pest is invading your tree. Here are some common tree pests and how …
Planting Native Trees to Attract Birds
Planting native trees and shrubs is a great way to attract and sustain wintering, migrating, and breeding birds. Suburban birds need native plants to supply the insects that are needed as a protein source to keep them healthy. Native trees are a good source of food, especially the ones that …
Spring Tree and Shrub Diseases
During the spring, there are several tree and shrub diseases that can attack your trees. Would you recognize a disease on a tree? We will identify some of the common diseases and how to treat them. It is important to remove the infestation as soon as possible to prevent the …
5 Fruit Trees for North Carolina Yards
The warm summers and cool winters are excellent for growing apple, pear, plum and other fruit trees in North Carolina. It usually takes a few years of growth before the fruit can be harvested. If the tree tries to bear fruit during the first few seasons, you should manually remove …
How to Successfully Transplant Trees and Shrubs
Early spring is a good time to transplant trees and shrubs. If your plants die within 2 seasons, planting technique and aftercare are usually the reason. It is important to provide the right amounts of air and water in the soil to promote root growth. There are several factors that …
Oak Tree Species Found in North Carolina
Oak trees are part of the beech family, and several different species are found in North Carolina. They have a lifespan of 20o to 300 years and have a majestic appearance. Oak trees are known for their hard and durable wood which is used to make furniture, flooring, construction material, …
Beautiful Drought Tolerant Trees
Drought tolerant trees are popular to use in landscaping. They require less water and are easy to maintain. There are several things to look for when choosing the right tree for your yard. A native tree species will be able to adapt to extreme environmental conditions easier. Trees with small …
Types of Tree Care Equipment
There are many different types of tree care equipment used by an arborist to maintain and care for trees. Everyday tools and state of the art equipment allow the arborist to trim, cut, and climb trees safely. An arborist must have the knowledge and skill to know which rigging to …
Living Privacy Fence Plants
A living privacy fence using evergreen plants is a great way to add natural beauty to your landscape. Growing a privacy fence can define a border, create a windbreak, and block out sounds from a noisy neighbor or busy road. Here are several trees and shrubs that are hardy, drought …
Yuletide Camellia Shrub Care
The Yuletide Camellia is an evergreen shrub that blooms in the winter. The leaves are shiny green, and the flowers are pinkish red with bright yellow centers. Plant a group of them to form a hedge to add color to the landscape during winter. The flowers bloom in the late …
Beautiful Flowering Trees to Plant in NC
There are many breathtaking flowering trees and shrubs that grow well in North Carolina. Their beautiful blooms can be the central attraction of your landscape and attract birds, bees, and butterflies to your home. Read on to discover some of the best flowering trees to plant in the Charlotte area. …
Winter Tree Care Tips
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, …
Christmas Tree Species Differences
The holiday season will be here soon, and millions of people will be shopping for the perfect Christmas tree to decorate for their home. In North Carolina, there are a wide variety of Christmas tree species grown with characteristic features, including color, fragrance, shape, and more. Here are some of …
Fall is a Great Time for Tree Planting
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, …
Fall Tree Care Tips
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 …
How to Protect Trees from Storm Damage
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 …
The Benefits of Stump Grinding
Are there any benefits to leaving the stump after removing a tree? Or should you have the stump removed or ground down? If you decide to leave it there to rot, damaging pests like termites or carpenter ants can make it their home and spread out into the yard or …
Fast Growing Shrubs in NC
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, …
