Best Practices

In this installment of the Best Practices Podcast, we explore when it is necessary to stake a newly planted tree and how... Read more

A mulch ring around a tree is more than just an aesthetic bit of landscaping. In this episode of best practices we look ... Read more

Once a proper sized hole is dug, here's some tips on getting the tree off to a good start in its new home.

Now that you’ve got the right tree for the right location, here’s some tips on planting that will get the tree off to a ... Read more

In part two of the Best Practices Podcast on selecting nursery stock, we take a look under the burlap for what to look f... Read more

Selecting a particular tree from the nursery can be as important as selecting an appropriate species for the planting si... Read more

This month’s Best Practices Podcast focuses on an often forgotten area of tree inspection; the root crown. A simple root... Read more

The safety features on a modern chainsaw help keep the user safe and should be checked every time you pick one up. This ... Read more

Diameter at breast height (DBH) is the standard for measuring a tree. This video covers this basic but important techniq... Read more

Understanding soil texture can help in selecting species for a planting site, and can help determine site limitations th... Read more