The coastal redwood tree (also called “sequoia”) is named after the son of a British merchant and a Cherokee woman named Sequoyah. It’s also California’s state tree. These beautiful, awe-inspiring giants typically grow 100 feet tall when fully matured, and some have been known to grow as high as 300 feet tall in natural forests. …
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Many homeowners might not know that now they can care for their lawns more responsibly with an effective, organically produced lawn care program. SavATree’s organic lawn care program, audited by the Organic Material Review Institute (OMRI), provides an environmentally responsible way to care for your lawn while retaining the lush green color many homeowners consider ideal. From…
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Some call it “the tree of one hundred days” because of its long flowering period, and others are enticed by its colorful fall foliage and beautiful winter bark. Regardless of which side of the fence you’re on, the tree is the same—the crape myrtle. Yet, while many are familiar with its magnificent summer blooms, little is…
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The first day of spring is Sunday, March 20, 2022, and as the day draws near, questions about properly preparing your lawn for the start of the growing season begin to increase. One question which continually generates confusion (and skeptics) is whether or not to aerate your lawn come the spring. What’s important to remember…
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The pandemic has resulted in more and more homeowners appreciating their landscapes and evaluating how they can better their spaces while helping out Mother Nature in the process. Homeowners are doing just that by planting more trees on their properties. But planting more trees is not as easy as running out to your local garden…
DetailsDuring the winter months, when your landscape lays dormant from the vitality of the growing season, it’s easy to forget that your lawn is still susceptible to insects and diseases. Your lawn experiences two common problems during the winter months – lawn mites and snow mold. Lawn Mites Mite damage typically occurs during an abnormally…
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When a tree or shrub goes into dormancy, the plant is still very much alive and even thriving, while still being protected from seasonal climate changes. For trees and shrubs, dormancy signals that it’s time to prepare their inner tissues for colder temperatures, drier weather, and a shortage of both water and nutrients essential for…
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The fall season is a great time to plant new trees on your property. This provides the tree with an extra growing season before the stress of summer heat and drought conditions become a reality. This additional time allows the tree to establish a robust route system while gradually introducing it to its new environment.…
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Cypress trees are a beautiful addition to any landscape. While some gardeners tend to steer away from planting such species on their properties, proper cypress tree care and maintenance will guarantee a beautiful, healthy tree for many years to come. While their native environment often requires a wet environment, which is why many believe cypress…
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For most regions across the United States, the winter season often means a break from lawn care while contending with repeated snow and ice accumulations until the arrival of spring in late March. To protect their families, neighbors, and patrons, homeowners and businesses will often turn to rock salt products to avoid injuries caused…
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