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Whether you’re choosing the perfect tree for your landscape or tackling this season’s to-dos, our expert tree service has the answers to all your tree care questions.
Whether you’re choosing the perfect tree for your landscape or tackling this season’s to-dos, our expert tree service has the answers to all your tree care questions.
Is Organic Lawn Care Better Than Traditional Lawn Treatments?
Key Takeaways Organic lawn care focuses on improving soil health first, creating a stronger and more resilient lawn over time, while traditional lawn treatments rely on fast-acting synthetic chemicals for
Tree Care 101: What Root Collar Excavation Is and Why Your Trees Need It
Key Takeaways The root collar and root flare are critical zones at the base of the tree that support nutrient transport, water absorption, and structural stability. Buried root collars can
Tree Care Tips for Aging Trees to Keep Them Strong and Healthy
Key Takeaways Aging trees require specialized care: As trees mature, their growth slows, and they become more vulnerable to stress, pests, and disease. Deep watering strengthens roots: Mature and aging
Winter Tree Watering Tips: Protecting Your Landscape in the Dry Season
Key Takeaways Winter = Dry Season: Ocala’s lack of winter rain makes supplemental watering a necessity, not an option. Hydration is Insulation: A hydrated tree is a “warm” tree; moisture
How a Warm Winter Impacts Your Lawn and Landscape Health (and How to Restore It)
Key Takeaways Warm winters disrupt plant dormancy, causing early growth that can be damaged by sudden frosts. Landscaping maintenance during mild winters requires extra vigilance, inspecting your lawn for crown
How to Keep Tree Roots and Trees Safe During Construction
Key Takeaways Tree roots are critical for a tree’s stability, nutrient absorption, and overall health. Construction activity can damage them even if it occurs several feet away from the trunk.
Tree Leaves Turning Yellow Brown or Black Causes and Solutions Explained
Key Takeaways Tree leaves are vital indicators of health. Yellow, brown, or black leaves often signal nutrient deficiencies, disease, pests, or environmental stress. Early diagnosis prevents serious damage. Inspect leaves
Expert Fungi Treatment for Trees and Shrubs
Key Takeaways Early action is crucial: The sooner a fungi treatment is applied, the higher the chance of saving your trees or shrubs before the infection spreads. Accurate diagnosis matters:
Common Tree Diseases You Should Know and How to Treat Them
Key Takeaways Healthy trees are vital for the environment and property value, but even well-maintained trees can suffer from tree diseases caused by fungi, bacteria, or insects. The most common
Trimming Palm Trees: How and When to Prune Safely
Key Takeaways Trimming palm trees is an essential part of proper tree care, helping maintain a healthy, attractive, and hazard-free landscape. Regular palm tree trimming removes dead or damaged fronds,
Dormant Plant or Winter Damage How to Tell the Difference
Key Takeaways A dormant plant is alive but temporarily pauses growth during the winter season to conserve energy and protect vital tissues. Dormancy is a natural survival mechanism, not a
Do Trees and Shrubs Need Tree Fertilization Before Winter?
Key Takeaways Tree fertilization before winter strengthens roots, improves nutrient storage, and prepares trees and shrubs for spring growth. Fertilize trees and shrubs in late fall (usually late October to