Weeds use a lot of water and nutrients that your trees need, so we recommend getting rid of weeds from around your tree. If you have questions about lawn weeds, visit our lawn care website. The best method for weed removal is hand pulling and disposing of the weeds in your yard waste pickup or Read More…
In Montgomery County, most newly planted trees must be protected from deer. White-tailed deer damage young trees in two different ways: They eat, or browse on the trees especially the twigs and buds; and The bucks, or male deer, rub their antlers along the trunk, or stem, and scrape off the tree’s bark. The deer Read More…
Newly planted and young trees need extra water during hot, dry summer months. You can help young trees flourish and grow by providing 25 gallons of water each week between the 4th of July and Labor Day. There are several different methods for watering young trees. Each way is effective so choose the method that’s Read More…
Mulch is great for trees. It helps keep the weeds out, adds nutrients, protects trees from weedwackers, and helps trees survive dry weather and extreme temperatures. The list goes on and on. We recommend following the Rule of 3: A ring of mulch, 3 inches deep; At least 3 feet wide around the tree; and Read More…