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Tree Removal

Why Should I Bother With Tree Stump Removal?

Stump Grinding 101 So you’ve had a tree removed, or perhaps inherited a tree stump or several from a previous resident. Tree stump removal is an extra expense. Is it worth removing your stump? There are a few ways to get rid of a tree stump, but stump grinding is the method we recommend in

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Plant Healthcare

What Are Spider Mites Doing on My Cedar Trees?!

Tiny Cedar Mites Can Cause Big Problems Though not actually spiders, spider mites on cedar trees can cause damage on your cedar, juniper and cypress plants. If you’re a gardener, you may already be familiar with garden mites that damage plants like tomatoes. Unfortunately, cedar mites and other tree mites can be harmful to your

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Planting

The Best Trees for Small Yards

Short on outdoor space? Here are your best small tree planting options Like many Toronto and GTA homeowners, you may be short on outdoor space, but still looking at your options for planting trees for small yards. You want the greenery and shade that comes with backyard trees, but need some smaller-sized options that won’t

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Boxwood caterpillar on boxwood
Plant Healthcare

How to Treat Boxwood Moth

Boxwoods are a popular plant in Toronto and GTA gardens, but this species can be susceptible to pests like boxwood moth. Torontonians appreciate boxwoods for their tidy look, tolerance for pruning, and ability to grow as a hedge or privacy barrier. They’re also a low-maintenance plant. Popular species include the green gem boxwood and winter

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Tree Safety

How arborists are keeping you safe during COVID

Are tree services essential in Ontario? Partway through yet another lockdown in Ontario and the Toronto area, you may have started thinking about tidying up your yard and property for summer. But with service restrictions in place, can arborists work during lockdown in Ontario? The answer is yes — tree care in Ontario is considered

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Aphids on maple tree leaves
Plant Healthcare

How Can I Get Rid of Aphid Honeydew?

Aphid ‘spitting’ has many options for treatment If you’ve noticed a greenish-yellow residue on your plants or yard around late May or early June, you may have wondered where it comes from. Aphid “honeydew” is a substance excreted by aphids in late spring, and found on tree and plant leaves, as well as surfaces below

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Tree Safety

Keeping Your Trees Safe for Your Children

As a parent, what do you need to know about tree safety? A tree-lined backyard is great for the whole family, especially living in the city. Kids benefit from the shade and oxygen of trees, having nature close by, and having a safe outdoor space to play. But what do you need to know about

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