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Your yard is a sanctuary — a small piece of heaven that transports you away from the hustle-and-bustle of daily life. But nirvana can be a tricky mistress. Leave it to your bumbling neighbor next door to coordinate their beer pong game with your outdoor yoga session. Don’t worry. With a little foresight, ingenuity and […]

Winter landscaping offers a wealth of benefits. By giving your yard some love during the winter months, you give your plants the best chance to thrive come spring. It takes a truly motivated homeowner to take on landscaping projects during the cold winter months. But winter landscaping has a great return on investment for those […]

Let’s face it. Nothing beats a real Christmas tree. The sweet, woodsy aroma of fresh pine, spruce or fir cannot be duplicated. That smell, mingled with the dazzling lights and the crisp and shiny wrapped gifts beneath the tree, helps to cement holiday memories that last a lifetime.  But did you know that living Christmas […]

Last month’s post covered how to transplant a tree and we’re following it up with important information on a common side effect: transplant shock. Learn what you can do to help your transplanted tree thrive. What is Transplant Shock? Even when all of the recommendations of trusted arborists are followed transplanted trees can still experience […]

Leaf drop from deciduous trees during autumn is healthy, and natural, a sign that the trees around us, particularly those on our properties, are in good working order, their systems functioning as they should. However, if you have noticed any of your trees looking not quite themselves throughout other times of the year, or in […]

Our backyards are a space to enjoy the outdoors and time with family, but nosy neighbors and a scorching sun can ruin the fun. Planting trees that provide privacy and shade is one way to make your yard what you want it to be. What to Consider When Planting a Tree When deciding what kinds […]

Mature trees are typically healthy, with their shade and beauty providing us comfort and joy throughout all seasons, but sometimes they can also be a risk. Learn how to assess whether your trees are in danger. Risk Assessment Process When buying a home, one of the important factors at the forefront of many peoples’ minds […]

In the effort to take of our trees we sometimes make unintended mistakes. Learn what common mistakes to avoid when trimming your own trees. DIY Tree Trimming  Most homeowners think that trimming trees involves shears and deciding where to cut but there’s actually a lot more to the art of trimming a tree properly. Improperly […]

In the spring we expect to see leaves budding on our trees, but when they aren’t growing as expected it may be due to insect infestations and diseases they cause. Learn about insects common in southwest Pennsylvania and what can be done to prevent them. Diseased Trees As trees grow older or experience environmental stress, […]