Cherry Blossom Care: Understanding The Basics

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Cherry Blossom Care: Understanding The Basics

When I bought a house with a cherry blossom tree in the front yard, I couldn't wait for that first blooming season to see the tree fill out. I knew that the tree needed care, but I wasn't sure how I was supposed to treat it. I called my local tree service and had them show me what it needed to keep it strong. I took all of the information they shared with me and everything else I've learned and created this site. I hope that the information here helps you take care of your blossoming trees so that you can enjoy their beauty every season.

Latest Posts

When And Why Trimming A Palm Tree May Be Necessary

8 March 2017
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Palm trees are mostly low maintenance and you usually don't have to do anything to keep them looking full and healthy. However, if you're like most people, you don't want to have the risk of fronds and fruit falling on anyone and you don't want a mess or stains on your property, so you have to have your palms trimmed. However, it's important to know a few things about palm trees and their hazards so you can know when to trim to keep your tree healthy while reducing your liability. Read More …

Moving A Sapling To A New Area Of Your Property

2 March 2017
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If you recently bought a new home, and you discovered there is a small tree in an area of your property that you would like to utilize, you will most likely want to look into having it moved if you wish to keep it thriving. Moving a sapling from one area of your yard to another can be done effectively if you take precautions in the timing and procedures used to do the job. Read More …

Got An Unsightly Tree Stump In Your Yard? Here Are A Few Techniques To Get Rid Of It

8 February 2017
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After days and weeks of toiling, planting, shoveling, and fertilizing, you're finally close to creating the backyard of your dreams. However, there is one eye sore that is still standing in your way, and you're not exactly sure how to eliminate it: a tree stump. Tree stumps can be tricky to get rid of, especially if you don't have the right tools and know-how. Here are a few simple methods you can use to eliminate tree stumps and when to know it's time to call a professional: Read More …

Why Is Your Oak Tree Languishing?

18 January 2017
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Has your oak tree started to look a bit worse for wear? Maybe entire branches seem to be dying or the leaves are beginning to curl. Perhaps there are black cankers (or sores) on the trunk. Chances are, your oak tree has one of several fungal diseases that affect oak species. Here's a look at the most common of these diseases and what to do about them. Oak Wilt Oak wilt is most common in red and white oaks, but it can affect pin oaks and live oaks, too. Read More …

Why Isn’t Your Plum Tree Producing Plums?

18 January 2017
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Having a plum tree in your yard can provide you with a great source of sweet, juicy fruit -- if your plum tree actually produces any plums! If you have a plum tree that is bearing little to no fruit, it's important to figure out what's causing this lack of production so you can (hopefully) do something about it. Here's a look at the common reasons why a plum tree may not produce. Read More …