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Beating the Heat: How to Protect Your Trees from Summer Stress

ByJuan D Rivera

If you’ve ever wilted in the summer heat, imagine how your trees feel. While we can escape to air-conditioned havens, our leafy companions stand firm in the scorching sun, taking the brunt While we can…

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Water Sprouts on Tree -Winter Time
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How to Tell If Your Tree or Parts of It Are Hazardous

ByJuan D Rivera

There’s nothing like the peace and beauty of a tree in your yard, right? Whether it’s a towering oak providing shade or a flowering cherry adding a pop of color, trees are nature’s way of…

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bark borers on wood
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Wood Borers – What You Need to Know to Save Your Trees

ByJuan D Rivera

Trees are often the silent guardians of our landscapes, providing shade, beauty, and a sense of tranquility. But lurking beneath their bark are potential threats you might not even notice until it’s too late—wood borers….

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How to Prevent Creeping Bentgrass From Taking Over Your Lawn

ByJuan D Rivera

Got a little patch of creeping bentgrass making itself at home in your lawn? At first, it might appear harmless, but in no time, that small patch could rapidly spread, engulfing your valuable grass and…

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How to Fix Exposed Tree Roots
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How to Prevent Tree Roots From Growing Above Ground (Protect Your Landscape)

ByJuan D Rivera

If you’ve ever stepped outside on a warm afternoon and noticed tree roots pushing up through your lawn like an unwanted surprise guest, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common problems tree owners…

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7 Texas Weeds Every Gardener Should Know (and How to Control Them!)

ByJuan D Rivera

Gardening in Texas isn’t for the faint-hearted. Between the blistering heat, the sandy soil, and a parade of determined weeds, it sometimes feels like the earth itself is conspiring against a lush, tidy garden. But…

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Water Sprouts on Tree -Winter Time
Pest & Disease

How to Deal with Water Sprouts on Trees: A Gardener’s Guide

ByJuan D Rivera

As a tree lover, there’s something undeniably soothing about the shade they provide and the beauty they bring to our landscapes. But if you’ve ever found yourself staring at an otherwise healthy tree with a…

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tree and lightning bolt and storm lightning
Pest & Disease

Help! What to Do When Your Tree Gets Struck by Lightning

ByJuan D Rivera

When a storm rolls in and the sky darkens, I often find myself on the edge of my seat, peering out the window like a kid waiting for Santa. Thunder rumbles, and lightning dances across…

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Aphid eats leaves of a tree. Tree disease
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How to Spot an Aphid Infestation in Large Trees (Protecting Your Trees)

ByJuan D Rivera

As a nature enthusiast and a proud tree parent, I’ve always admired the beauty and grandeur of large trees in my yard. They stand tall and offer shade, a home for wildlife, and a sense…

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