Those who cherish trees may not be aware that over eighty percent of the root system of a tree occupies a zone about one foot below the surface of the soil where sufficient oxygen necessary for the tree to survive remains.
The Critical Root...
Top 5 Tips for Spring
Tree Preparation
Spring has finally sprung! That means your trees will be in need of some attention and care.
Whether you are a new homeowner looking to take care of the trees in your yard by yourself, or a landscaper...
Here are our top suggestions for chores to tackle this month in your garden.
There has been some debate over whether San Francisco's oldest living plant, a Leptospermum laevigatum commonly known as an Australian tea tree, should be classified as a tree or a shrub. Here is a discussion of the definitions of trees and shrubs...
Introduction
Trees are an essential part of our environment. They provide us with oxygen, shade, and peace of mind. However, just as any living being, trees require proper care to stay healthy and safe. This is where certified arborists...
Different tree species have different characteristic features. The leaves of a maple tree (
Acer
spp.), for example, differ from those of a sycamores (
Platanus
spp.); just as the bark of pine trees (
Pinus
spp.) differs from that of...
Any large tree can develop surface roots eventually, it is how they grow! But there are other aspects that contribute to this problem.
How to Get Grass (And Other Plants) to Grow Under Your Evergreen Trees
For those of you with a plethora of evergreen trees in your landscaping, you may be struggling with growing anything underneath them. We are going to be sharing our top
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For those of you living in California, you may be wondering what lawn care is appropriate over the cooler winter season. Here are some suggestions to ensure that your grass stays happy and healthy until spring rolls around again.