If you’re having trouble with your trees or woody shrubs, the first call you should make is to an arborist. A certified arborist has specialty education in trees and the latest information on how to ...

Cankers, sunken or dead areas on a tree’s bark could be a sign that your tree is unhealthy. Photo courtesy Getty Images. July is the perfect time to give your trees a midyear checkup. By inspecting ...

Every true Southerner knows about "playin' possum". In case you don't, playin' possum is when an opossum collapses and goes limp to appear dead and deter predators. It's not a conscious or voluntary ...

Spotting a few brown or dying leaves on your tree can be distressing. While it's probably not a reason to panic, it is a sign that you should take a closer look at your tree's health. A lot of ...

Every tree has a life cycle, and when a tree is nearing its end, it’s particularly vulnerable to severe weather. City Arborist Laurie Reid said they can’t catch them all, but the city aims to clear ...

You can grow apples in Southern California, but you must select low-chill varieties. Trees should be labeled with the chill ...