Tag: trees

Should You Cut Down A Tree?

With their summer shade, fall color, dramatic winter branches and spring leaves, stately trees bring beauty year-round and are a boon to the environment. It’s easy to become emotionally attached to nearby trees you associate with fond memories. But no tree will last forever. So is it time to say goodbye to one of yours?… Read more »

Beauty and Function: Landscaping Around a Pool

Nothing beats a hot summer day at the pool for beauty and relaxation. And it’s not just the refreshing water that makes a pool picturesque. Landscaping around a pool can enhance its crystalline beauty and give a spa-like feeling to your backyard. It can also provide privacy. Check out these recommendations for landscaping around a… Read more »

The Incomparable Value of Oak Trees

Trees add important value to residential property, and among tree species, oaks are one of the most prized. It is hard to overstate how oak trees benefit the world. Here are just some of the reasons these majestic trees are so valuable.  Accolades for the oak Probably no species of tree has been as lauded… Read more »

Planting Roots: How to Pick the Best Trees for Your Home

Trees can be the best addition you’ll ever make to your yard, but choose wisely, plant carefully and don’t forget to prune. When shopping, think about why you want trees. Is it for shade? For pretty color in spring or fall? To block out neighbors or noise? Your answer will help narrow your choices. Next,… Read more »

From Here to There: Transplanting Trees and Shrubs

There may come a time when you decide a tree or shrub in your landscape would look better in another spot. You can successfully transplant these plants as long as you use TLC to protect the plant’s root ball. Here’s our guide to transplanting trees from right here to over there. Before you start America… Read more »

How to Safely Prune a Tree

Tree trimming can be a great DIY project, but it’s also important to know when to call in the pros. Here are a few safety tips and tricks, along with a few hints on when it’s time to let the professionals take over. Reasons to prune. Trees are pruned for three main reasons: appearance, interference… Read more »

Choosing the Right Trees for Your Landscape

Selecting trees to landscape your home can be a difficult task. Buy them too small and your yard looks skimpy. Buy them too large and you may end up living in a jungle of overgrowth. Here’s an overview of what to consider when selecting and planting trees. Choose for your soil and climate. Consult your… Read more »