Planting a tree (or several trees) is a great way to create a legacy that can last for generations on a landscape. However, planting trees requires specific care and steps to ensure a successful ...

Before you head out to the nursery to purchase a tree for your landscape, there are some important things to consider.

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Place the stakes in the native soil surrounding the tree, spacing them equally. “You don’t want the stakes to be within the ...

When planting, the hole is key. Dig it at least twice as wide as the existing root ball. The larger, the better. The length of time it takes to get the tree established and growing is directly related ...

We have all heard the statement “Don’t put a $100 tree in a $5 hole.” Well, what exactly does that mean? I recently visited a large development where they had planted hundreds of large trees. The ...

It seems pretty simple to plant a tree. Dig a hole. Drop in a tree. Fill the hole. Add water. Go back inside and have a beer. What could go wrong? Yet year after year, we see trees planted incorrectly ...

So, you picked out the perfect place to add a tree this fall. Since most nurseries and garden centers have trees and shrubs on sale that they don’t want to overwinter, this is a good time to pick out ...

Whether you want to plant trees for environmental reasons or just to spruce up your yard, a good way to start is by researching the specific needs of the trees in mind. Some need more water, some less ...