The why, the where, and the what of successful tree planting Trees offer many benefits to homeowners and the communities in which they live, from shade and beauty to privacy, windbreak, and lower energy bills. But these benefits are only enjoyed when you plant the right tree in the right place. That’s because the space we have available for new trees often dictates how well that tree will grow and how it will be managed over time. Matching the attributes of…
Tree Care
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Fresh fruit, homemade pies or applesauce, maybe even hand-squeezed cider, there are many reasons to start a backyard orchard! Growing your own apple trees can be tasty and rewarding, but they do come with…
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One of the most frequent questions people have during the warm summer months is, “How should I be watering my trees?” While every tree is going to have specific considerations (e.g. species, location, soil…
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For many people, spring has become the default season when it comes to planting or gardening, understandably so. Harsh winters and the lack of vegetation makes us excited to refresh our gardens and landscape…
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There has been a recent craze in the plant scene. Suddenly everyone wants house plants, desk plants and mini succulents that they can scatter throughout. And why shouldn’t they want plants, there are so…
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Never is danger greater to a tree than during the inevitable trial by storm. The weight of ice or snow and the fury of wind test the strength of limbs, trunks, and roots. The…
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How to Plant, Care, and Prune Arapaho Blackberry Bushes Blackberries are often considered one of the easiest fruits to grow at home. They are a native species to the United States and grow as…
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You’ve done your homework. You found the right tree for the right place. Your planting site is ready, and you have all the tools you need. Now what? Planting a tree should be easy…
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This podcast is part of the Trees are Key series hosted by Paul Johnson of the Texas A&M Forest Service. Water is key to healthy trees, too much and too little water look very…
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Guest post by John Lang of Friendly Tree. Spring is a wonderful time of year, when everything around us is bursting to life. This, of course, includes pesky insects that have it out for…