Press Releases

Healthy trees start with healthy soil—and in Texas, where conditions can be anything but predictable, knowing when to fertilize trees in Texas is one of the most important decisions you can make for long-term tree health. Whether you’re caring for a heritage live oak, young saplings in a new development, or mature trees in a mixed-species landscape, the right approach to fertilization makes all the difference. In this guide, we’ll walk you ...

A new release of the USDA’s Plant Hardiness Zone Map confirms that Earth's temperatures are warming, a reality that could present more challenges than opportunities in the future.   Warmer Average Temps Impact Plant Hardiness Zones   Half of the country has shifted to warmer zones, according to a new map released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) late last year, the first significant update since 2012. The new map utilized 30-year averages ...

Expert guidance from Martha, backed by SavATree’s science-based approach Timing is everything when it comes to caring for your trees, shrubs, and lawn. The transition from late winter into spring, and then into early summer, is when your landscape is most responsive to proactive care. Martha Stewart may be America’s foremost authority on beautiful living, and for nearly 45 years she’s trusted SavATree to help ensure her legendary properties meet her high ...

America’s foremost gardening authority and a long-time SavATree customer shares exclusive spring secrets from her decades of garden mastery. As one of our most loyal customers, Martha Stewart was kind enough to share her spring gardening secrets in an interview with our Executive Chairman, Daniel van Starrenburg, on a cold January morning. Her 156-acre Cantitoe Corners property glistened under a blanket of snow as Daniel and Martha sat perched at her kitchen island, enjoying ...

Timely Tips to keep your landscape healthy and vibrant all summer.  To check your hardiness zone, visit the USDA site here.  Tips for Properties in Hardiness Zones 4-8  June  Prune Flowering Trees & Shrubs: Prune right after they finish blooming.   Water Wisely: Water deeply in the morning to strengthen roots.  Deadhead Blooms: Remove faded flowers to encourage new ones  Check for Diseases: Inspect plants and treat any issues quickly.  July  Monitor for Mite Proliferation: Check for ...

Did Your Landscape Struggle Last Season? Here’s How to Stop the Damage from Coming Back    If you saw thin tree canopies, scorched leaves, patchy grass, or pest infestations last season, your landscape may still be suffering from heat stress. High summer temperatures don’t just cause immediate damage—they weaken root systems, deplete soil nutrients, and make trees, shrubs, and lawns more susceptible to pests and disease.  Without proactive tree care and lawn recovery ...

SavATree’s crews generate wood waste during their pruning and trimming operations. These raw materials are delivered to The Mulch Center’s manufacturing facilities, where they’re transformed into high-quality mulch and soil products. This closed-loop partnership diverts organic waste from landfills while creating a renewable, environmentally responsible product. Mulch benefits landscapes of all kinds—improving soil health, retaining moisture, suppressing weeds, and giving gardens a clean, finished look. To learn more about the benefits ...