Tree Care Tips
Welcome to Tree Care Tips
Trees make a difference. They clean our air and water. They fight climate change. And they beautify our neighborhoods. But they can only provide these benefits if they’re healthy and growing. Proper tree care is the key to keeping trees healthy and growing. It’s also the key to extending their lives.
Our tree care tips cover the basics—from planting and pests to mulching and storm damage. They provide homeowners and tree care professionals with information on caring for trees and protecting our landscapes. They keep everyone informed on the latest in tree care activities and help our urban forests thrive.
“Thanks for proper mulching instructions. I had improperly mulched the day before, so I went out and corrected it today.”
7 Proven Tips that Can Boost a Plant’s Disease Resistance and Help It Thrive
March 25, 2024
If you live in Rhode Island, your plants face many external threats, including destructive insects, devastating diseases, and harsh environmental conditions. Fortunately, your plants have an arsenal of natural defenses known as plant resistance. This complex system harnesses a plant’s natural mechanisms to create stronger, more resilient plants that can thrive in the harsh New […]
7 Causes of Major Plant Failure That Can Devastate Your Trees and Cost You Big Bucks
March 18, 2024
Major tree failures happen more than you think. When trees fail, they can pose significant risks to you, your property, and others. Various factors can trigger tree failures, raising questions about tree care, maintenance, and prevention strategies. If one of your trees fail, it can cost you big bucks to have it removed by a […]
How to Determine the Value of a Tree on Your Property: (Part 2)
February 29, 2024
Many reasons exist why you might need to determine a tree’s value. For example, if a tree comes down on your property, you can sometimes recapture its monetary loss through an insurance claim or by taking a tax deduction. Before doing either of those things, you will need to determine the monetary value of the […]
How to Determine the Value of a Tree on Your Property: 8 Critical Factors (Part 1)
February 26, 2024
Trees boost the economic value of one’s property. The right tree planted in the right spot makes a big difference to your home and property’s value. That difference often goes well beyond the initial cost of the tree. Research by the Arbor Day Foundation, in fact, shows that planting a good-sized tree increases property values […]
Aerating the Soil around Your Trees Boosts Tree Health and Growth
February 12, 2024
Water is an obvious plant requirement, but so is oxygen. A tree uses oxygen below ground and above to boost its health and growth. The tree’s vascular systems can’t properly function without soil oxygen, and its roots can‘t absorb water. Plus, there are microbes and organisms underground that can help enhance a tree’s survival but […]
Matching the Right Tree to the Right Soil Helps Build Strong, Healthy Trees
January 31, 2024
Matching the right tree to the right soil is critical. It builds strong, healthy trees by delivering the right nutrients and drainage to the plant—all while boosting disease resistance, reducing maintenance, and promoting a nurturing ecosystem. A mature, healthy tree adds anywhere from 3 to 15 percent to your home’s value, which is an added benefit But […]
Winter Time Mulching; How to Mulch Your Trees and Shrubs to Boost Plant Health & Hardiness
January 8, 2024
Do you “mulch” your trees and shrubs regularly? Mulching is a tree care activity we often overlook. But it’s more important than many people think. It delivers vital benefits to trees and shrubs that go way beyond making your yard look nice. Put simply, Mulching boosts a plant’s health and hardiness. So when should you […]
Six Tips on Mulching Trees
January 8, 2024
Mulching benefits trees and shrubs. It reduces water evaporation, prevents soil compaction, and boosts root penetration and aeration. It also prevents soil erosion from wind and rain, reduces pressure from weeds, and enriches the soil. In short, mulching promotes plant growth and hardiness when done correctly. But there’s more to mulching than many people think. Here […]
Give Your Christmas Tree Another Role After the Holiday
December 28, 2023
Christmas is a great time of the year. But once it’s over, you have to do something with your tree. You can always put it out on the curb for trash pickup if your municipality provides that service. But if that option doesn’t appeal to you, you can make better use of the tree by […]
7 Tips on Fertilizing Trees and Shrubs
December 11, 2023
If you want to have a healthy tree on your property, you must ensure your soil has plenty of nutrients and organic matter. If the tree doesn’t get these materials from the soil, it could wither and die. Fertilizing your tree is a great way to boost its health, appearance, and lifespan —all while helping […]
7 Watering Tips
November 27, 2023
Watering plants is the key to helping plants to survive and thrive. They need water for not only photosynthesis—the process by which they convert sunlight into energy—but also to transport nutrients throughout the plant. Water also helps plants absorb critical nutrients. Without water, plants can’t dissolve the soil’s minerals and nutrients needed for growing and […]
The Definitive Guide to Watering Plants and Keeping them Hydrated
November 27, 2023
Water is the lifeblood of trees and other plants. A lack of water also leaves plants susceptible to diseases and pests. Plants can also die if you don’t water them adequately. Trees and plants growing in New England are no exception. In fact, they typically need more water than if planted in other regions—thanks mainly […]