Trees
Trees are normally a welcome addition to the home landscape, so finding tree growing information is an essential part of their care. Whether you are needing this information for planting trees, the pruning of trees, or getting rid of ornamental trees that have outlasted their welcome, the following pages should help. Keep reading to find the type of tree care information that meets your needs. Our tree growing information continues to grow, so if you don’t find it now, keep checking. New articles are regularly added.
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The Best Ways to Propagate Tulip Trees for Fast Growth and True Color
Should you propagate tulip trees by cuttings or seed? Here's a step-by-step guide for both.
By Teo Spengler
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4 Best Types of Fir Trees to Fill Your Winter Garden With Gorgeous Green Foliage
Discover your new favorite evergreen tree! Here are 4 gorgeous types of fir trees every gardener should know, if they want year-round beauty.
By Teo Spengler
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It’s So Important to Prune These 12 Plants in January – Do It Before Winter’s End to Ensure a Healthy Summer Garden
Discover which plants to prune in the dead of winter to help your garden shape up for a glorious spring and summer.
By Teo Spengler
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4 Small Ornamental Trees You Can Grow Indoors to Turn Your Home Into a Mini Forest
Turn your home into a mini forest this year with these gorgeous ornamental trees you can grow indoors.
By Teo Spengler
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Don't Toss That Tree! 7 Clever Ways to Use Your Christmas Tree After the Holidays to Benefit Your Garden and Local Wildlife
Don't toss that dried-out Christmas tree to the curb! Give it a second life with these simple, eco-friendly ideas that turn dead trees into garden gold.
By Tyler Schuster
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Experts Say Every Gardener Should Add These 3 Trees to Their Yard This Winter
Missed the fall planting window? It's not too late to plant these three types of trees in winter. Grab your shovel and get ready for a lovely show next spring!
By Teo Spengler
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As a Tree Expert, I Know These 11 Trees Shine in Winter – From Textured Bark to Seasonal Blooms, They Brighten Even the Dreariest Landscape
The winter garden doesn't have to be dull! Grow one of these outstanding winter trees for a landscape that looks lovely during the dead of winter.
By Teo Spengler
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These 5 Popular Trees Might Look Beautiful – but Experts Say They’re a Nightmare for Your Yard
As heartbreaking as it might be, it's probably best to give these gorgeous trees a miss, unless you're willing to go to a lot of trouble…
By Ciéra Cree
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Why Your Christmas Tree Is Turning Yellow – and How to Fix It Fast Before It's Too Late
Worried because your Christmas tree is turning yellow weeks before the big day? Here's what you need to do to get it green again before the holiday is here.
By Tyler Schuster
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Christmas Tree Looking a Bit Lackluster? This Easy Greenery Hack Makes It Instantly Full, Fluffy and Fabulous
If your Christmas tree is is looking a little more sparse than spectacular, don’t panic – this simple fluffy hack, using greenery from your garden, can quickly transform it into something lush and luxuriant
By Janey Goulding
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Want to Grow Your Own Christmas Tree? These 6 Fast-Growing Varieties Could Be Ready to Decorate Sooner than You Think
It is possible to cultivate your own festive tree if you choose a suitable variety! With a little patience, you can try one of these fast growing Christmas trees for delightful homegrown specimens
By Teo Spengler
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Get Rid of Christmas Tree Bugs So Your Holidays Stay Jolly and Bright
Christmas tree bugs can dampen the holiday spirit. Learn how to identify and remove bugs so creepy crawlies won't bring you down.
By Tyler Schuster
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I've Been Writing About Trees for 20 Years, These Are the 5 Native Species I Recommend Everyone Plant in Their Own Yard
After decades of reading, writing about, and planting hundreds of trees, these are the species I absolutely adore. Here's why they deserve a spot in your yard.
By Teo Spengler
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Does Sugar Water Really Keep Your Christmas Tree Fresh? Plus, the Simple Trick that Works Wonders and is Absolutely Free
Branches droop, needles shed, and if you aren’t careful, your tree can quickly lose its seasonal freshness. Folks swear by sugar water in the stand, but does it help or hurt? We reveal the truth
By Tyler Schuster
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How Long Do Christmas Trees Last? Tips to Keep Yours Fresh Through the New Year
Pick a fresh tree, cut the base, and keep the stand full. These tips will help you dodge that dry, brittle mess before New Year's.
By Tyler Schuster
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Hide an Ugly Fence & Add Privacy With These 7 Stunning Trees That Are Perfect for Fence Lines
Beautify your borders with these trees for fence lines! These expert picks add privacy and quickly hide an unattractive fence you'd prefer not to see.
By Teo Spengler
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Spiders Hiding in Your Christmas Tree? Don't Panic – Here's How to Get Rid of Them Fast
Most spiders in Christmas trees are harmless hitchhikers, and with a few quick checks and simple steps, you can clear them out before they spread indoors.
By Tyler Schuster

