Slipping and falling on ice hurts. We’ve all done it, and many of us dread going out in wintry weather for fear that it will happen again. In the US, we spread around 20 million tons of salt annually on roadways, parking lots, and walkways to keep us safe from ice. We...
One of the best ways to keep a tree healthy is by pruning. Pruning is the selective removal of parts of a tree to shape the tree, improve tree health, and reduce the risk of falling branches. It has permanent consequences that affects a tree for its entire life. So,...
Water is an amazing substance! Throw in a few hydrogen molecules and oxygen, and you have something that is literally responsible for all life on Earth. Watering your plants is a no brainer, but how much and how often can be trickier questions. Luckily, we have a few...
It may feel cold outside, but that doesn’t mean your plants are less susceptible to the effects of the sun. If you notice browning or rusting on your evergreens, the culprit might just be winter burn. The damage is caused by dehydrated plant tissues and, even though...
As Pennsylvanians, we are blessed to have a climate that sustains the growth of a variety of beautiful trees, shrubs, and plants. However, our weather also lends itself to an assortment of damaging pests that can harm the splendor and vivaciousness of our happy and...
According to plants, green is “in”. So, when you see that your tree, shrub or plant has some yellow leaves or maybe losing leaves (when they shouldn’t be), you might start to panic. Anyone would be concerned if their yard suddenly looks like fall has come...
