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Your ultimate guide to Tgen: Everything you need to know with expert info for beginners and advanced gardeners alike.
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Ancient Trees – What Are The Oldest Trees On Earth
Do you know which trees living today have the most candles on their birthday cake? For an Earth Day or Arbor Day treat, click here for some of the world’s oldest trees.
By Teo Spengler
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What Is Root Washing – Learn About Washing Tree Roots
Experts now recommend root washing before planting. What is root washing? Click here to find the information you need to understand the root washing method.
By Teo Spengler
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Pruning Mature Trees – When To Cut Back Mature Trees
Pruning mature trees is a very different matter than pruning younger trees. If you need a mature tree trimmed, click here for an overview on how and when to cut back mature trees.
By Teo Spengler
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Tree Borer Management: Signs Of Tree Borer Insects
Would you know how to identify tree borers if your trees didn't behave predictably one spring? Read here to learn more about how to identify tree borers and treatment for tree borers once this becomes an issue.
By Kristi Waterworth
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My Tree Has Bad Soil – How To Improve Soil Around An Established Tree
When a tree has bad soil, it cannot establish roots and grow well. That means that improving soil around trees can be the most important part of tree care. Click here for information about the effects of compacted soil around trees and how to fix it.
By Teo Spengler
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Transplanting Old Roots – Can You Dig Up An Established Plant
Every mature plant has an established root system, which provides water and nutrients to keep the plant alive. To transplant or divide mature plants, you’ll need to dig up those old plant roots. Find out how to successfully transport different root systems here.
By Teo Spengler
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Microclimates And Trees – How Do Trees Affect Microclimates
Trees add to the beauty of a neighborhood. Scientists are interested in knowing if there is a relationship between trees and microclimates. Do trees change microclimates? How? For the latest information about microclimates and trees, simply click here.
By Teo Spengler
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What Is Marcescence: Reasons Leaves Don’t Fall From Trees
As temperatures cool, the leaves of many deciduous trees begin to show bright and vibrant colors. From yellow to red, fall foliage can create breathtaking displays in the home landscape. But what happens when the leaves don’t fall? Learn about marcescence here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Wind Resistant Trees – Choosing Trees For Windy Spots
Just like cold or heat, wind can be a big factor in the health of trees. If you live in an area with strong winds, you’ll need to be careful when making tree selections for your landscape. There are wind resistant trees available you can try though. Learn about them here.
By Teo Spengler
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Fast Growing Trees: Learn About Common Trees That Grow Quick
It’s such an advantage to share an area with trees that most gardeners prefer to plant those that grow fast. If you regret not planting trees years ago, click on the following article to learn what the most popular fast-growing trees are to reach your goal.
By Teo Spengler
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Tree Products We Use: Information On Things Made From A Tree
What products are made from trees? Normally, what comes to mind is lumber and paper. However, the list of tree products we use is much longer than just these two items. Curious about what everyday items are made from trees? Click here to find out.
By Teo Spengler
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Using Trees And Shrubs For Winter Interest
Since many herbaceous plants are not visible during winter, trees and shrubs must become the dominant figures within the landscape. Find tips on using trees and shrubs for winter interest here.
By Nikki Tilley
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Fruit Scented Conifers - Learn About Fruity Smelling Conifer Trees
Not everyone is aware that there are some specimens of conifer trees that smell like fruit. You may have noticed this smell, but it didn’t register. While it is not always obvious, there are several conifers with a fruity fragrance. Learn more about them in this article.
By Becca Badgett
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What Is Ball Moss: Tips For Getting Rid Of Ball Moss
If you have a tree that is covered in Spanish moss or ball moss, you might be wondering if it can kill your tree. Not a bad question, but to answer it, you first need to know what ball moss is before you determine whether ball moss is bad or not. This article can help with that.
By Amy Grant
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Tips For Irrigating Trees: Learn How To Water A Tree
Irrigating trees is not an exact science, but if you follow a few general guidelines about watering trees, you’ll do just fine. Click on the following article for information on how to water a tree as well as basic tree irrigation guidelines you can try.
By Teo Spengler
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Trees And Weed Killer – Herbicide Tree Injury Prevention And Treatment
Herbicides have become the most common solution to weed control, especially for commercial farms, but trees and weed killer don’t often mix. Accidental damage from herbicide use is, unfortunately, an unintended consequence. Learn more in this article.
By Amy Grant
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How To Use A Pressure Bomb – Measuring Water In Trees With A Pressure Chamber
With issues such as drought and water conservation at the forefront of many of our minds, it’s important to accurately assess the water needs of orchards. Luckily, there are tools available to help manage these crops. Learn how to use a pressure bomb for trees here.
By Tonya Barnett