Category: Tree & Shrubs

Care & Maintenance

Needle Drop: Why Are My Spruce Trees Losing Their Needles?

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Have you been outside recently and noticed that your spruce trees are losing their needles? Don’t worry, you’re not the only one. Needle drop is a common problem this time of year. Below, Nature’s Select Sandhills discusses why this happens and when you should be concerned.

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Biological Lawn Care

3 Reasons Why Leaves Should Stay on the Ground

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Leaves are an important part of the autumn landscape. They provide a splash of color and add to the overall beauty of the season. However, there is one big question that remains: should leaves stay on the ground or be picked up and disposed of? Nature’s Select Piedmont explains three of the many reasons leaves […]

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Care & Maintenance

What is the Best Mulch for Trees?

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Fall is a great time to take care of your trees! Trees need to prepare for winter, and there are some things you can do to help them out. Make sure to trim any dead branches, water regularly, and add mulch around the tree’s base. But, how can you choose the right mulch? Nature’s Select […]

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Tree & Shrubs

How to Properly Care for Evergreens

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It’s no secret that evergreens are some of the most popular plants around. They’re perfect for adding color and life to any landscape, and they can be used to create all sorts of beautiful arrangements. But if you want your evergreens to stay healthy and look their best, you need to know how to properly […]

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Tree & Shrubs

3 Ways to Prepare Your Trees for Hurricane Season

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It’s that time of year again! Hurricane season is officially underway, and it’s important to take the necessary precautions to protect your trees. While central North Carolina doesn’t always experience the intense impacts that the coasts do, hurricane-force winds and storms do sometimes happen. So, Nature’s Select Piedmont wants to help you prepare your trees […]

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Tree & Shrubs

How Trees Pose a Risk to Power Lines

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Trees growing too close to power lines can pose a severe risk. Overgrown trees can cause power outages and, in some cases, spark a fire. While Nature’s Select Piedmont can help your trees grow big and strong, you should still care for them properly and prune them when necessary, especially when they start to linger […]

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Tree & Shrubs

4 Types of Trees That Add Value to Your Home

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Do you want to add value to your land without spending a lot of money? One way to do this is by planting trees in your yard. Trees can increase the value of your home by adding shade in the summer and preventing erosion in the winter. They also make your property look nicer, which […]

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Tree & Shrubs

5 Troublesome Trees That’s Aren’t Worth It

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Trees have a lot to offer your property. They’re often shady and can provide a canopy of privacy. However, not all trees are the same, nor are they worth the upkeep and maintenance. Some trees are just too troublesome and end up causing more problems than they’re worth. While Nature’s Select Sandhills can help nurture […]

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Boxwood Care

4 Common Boxwood Pests

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Boxwoods create the perfect backdrop for all the flowers in your garden. They also create a natural privacy fence between you and your neighbors or the road. So, when they come under attack, it can create turmoil in your landscape. Thankfully, you have the Nature’s Select Sandhills team to help you. We can easily take […]

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Boxwood Care

3 Common Tree Root Diseases

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Tree roots are a massive underground network that carries water and nutrients from the soil up into the canopy. This system also keeps trees anchored to the earth, helping them sustain strong winds and rains. So, keeping the soil healthy around your trees is vital to their survival. That’s why you need to turn to […]

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