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Don’t LEAF Your Trees Out in the Cold: Winter Tree Care 101

LEAF staff applying mulch to a hemlock tree with snow on the ground

A frosty winter can be harsh on our leafy friends, but with the right care, trees can weather the chilly season and emerge in spring ready to thrive. Keep reading to learn more about the most important winter tree care tips to ensure your trees remain happy and healthy through the coldest months of winter.

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Sprinklers: What’s Good for the Grass is Not Always Good for the Trees

sprinkler spraying water on grass and tree trunk

Sprinklers are a familiar sight on lawns and in gardens, but did you know that they have the potential to negatively impact trees by causing stress? Discover how watering with sprinklers can impact your tree and learn the key to properly watering in our newest blog.

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Humanely Protecting Young Trees and Shrubs from Animal Damage

Urban forests and urban wildlife share an important year-round, symbiotic relationship. Trees and shrubs offer shelter and food to wildlife and, in return, wildlife and pollinators help these woody plants reproduce. Though feeding on woody plants is normal in a forest setting where there is an abundance of trees and shrubs, single trees and shrubs in yards may require protection when young and vulnerable. Using safe and humane methods of protection will minimize damage while also respecting the wildlife that share our yards; it’s a Backyard Biodiversity win-win!

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Top Six Things You Can Do for Your Trees

Urban trees exist in conditions very different from those of a natural forest. As such, it is our duty to provide them with the proper care in order to protect them from harsh urban stressors. Follow these six, easy tips to help your trees survive and flourish.

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Winter Tree Care – How to Choose a Qualified Tree Care Company

"Winter Tree Care" written over a pruner slicing through a snowy branch

Winter is a great time to prune mature trees because the cooler weather makes them less vulnerable to diseases and infections. Improper pruning can result in serious, long-term damage to your tree and endanger wildlife inhabitants so selecting a qualified and responsible tree care company is essential for ensuring both are well-protected. When choosing a company, you’ll need to be prepared to research, ask questions and identify misleading tactics.

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