Tree Care Tips

There are many reasons why a tree can become dangerous. Learn how to inspect a potentially dangerous tree and evaluate the key defects that can make it a hazard to structures and people nearby.

Without protection, your trees and shrubs will likely fall victim to deer browsing. Use these tips to prevent deer browsing damage, including deer-resistant plant choices, fencing options, repellents, and more.

What are anti-desiccant sprays? How do they work, which plants are they used on (and not used on!), when and how are they applied, and more.

Learn about whether, how, and why your newly-planted trees should be staked and when those stakes should be removed. (Hint: it may be sooner than you think.)

Learn the facts about these pests in New Jersey, how to avoid getting bitten, control options, and what you can do to make your property safer for your family.

FAQs about tree fertilization, including why to fertilize, when, how, how often, what type of fertilizer to use, New Jersey fertilizer laws, and organic alternatives.

This invasive and destructive insect is destroying crops and trees in NJ. Learn how to identify it, prevent it from spreading and what to do if you find one in Morris County.

Facts about the emerald ash borer throughout Morris County, NJ. Locations, identification, treatment, what towns are doing, and what YOU should do.

When freezing rain leaves trees covered in ice, what should you do? Here's what to do right away, what not to do, what to delay doing until later, and what do to before ice forms.

Our top recommendations for winter tree care, including plant protection, preventing ice, snow, wind and salt damage, winter pruning, disease mitigation, and more.

Ever wonder whether you can (or should) prune your trees in winter? Does it damage them? Or is winter a good time for pruning? Find all the answers right here!

Improper pruning starts a cycle of tree damage and decline that's difficult to reverse. Learn how to properly prune a tree, why it's done & when to do it.