Tag: Tree and Shrub Care

Tree & Shrubs

How to Tell If Your Trees Are Struggling This Year

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Taking care of your trees is an essential responsibility. Trees add beauty to your yard, provide shade, and also help in cleaning the air. But as much as we love our trees, they may struggle sometimes, and it’s up to us to recognize and act accordingly. Whether it’s due to pests, diseases, or other factors, […]

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Tree & Shrubs

How to Prepare Your Garden for a Warmer Winter

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A warm winter is upon us, and while it may be nice not to have to worry about shoveling snow, the warmer weather can have an adverse effect on evergreen shrubs and trees. It’s important for homeowners to understand how a warm winter impacts their garden so they can take the necessary steps to keep […]

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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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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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Tree & Shrubs

Winter Shrub Damage You Should Avoid

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Winter can be devastating for landscapes throughout North Carolina. While most live through and recover in the spring, some weather patterns can kill all your shrubs and trees if you’re not careful. Thankfully, proper tree and shrub care from Nature’s Select Sandhills can help you avoid these types of winter damage.

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Tree & Shrubs

How Do De-icing Salts Damage Trees?

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Winter is stressful for your shrubs and trees. They’re battling the elements, which often include snow, ice, and bitterly cold temperatures. Unfortunately, you could be making winter harder for them by misusing de-icing salts. While it’s important to keep walkways clear so you don’t slip and fall, you should also keep the health of your […]

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Tree & Shrubs

3 Reasons to Fertilize Trees in the Fall

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Trees are a crucial part of any landscape. While you might think they’re self-sustaining, that’s not necessarily the case. Trees require a great deal of care and maintenance, and if you want them to be the best they can be, then it’s time to give Nature’s Select Triangle a call. We have tree maintenance programs […]

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Lawn Care

5 Fun Facts About Ladybugs

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There are about 5,000 different species of ladybug around the world. But the most common here in North America is the ever-popular shiny red one with seven dots. Most people love ladybugs for their delicate looks and harmless demeanor. Farmers especially love ladybugs since they consume aphids and other tree- or shrub-destroying insects. Yet, there’s […]

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Pest Control

Japanese Beetles: 3 Facts You Should Know

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According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, Japanese beetles are among the most troublesome pests for homeowners. These common lawn pests chew through just about any vegetation, including your favorite rose bush. Japanese beetles make even the healthiest tree look dead, which is why Nature’s Select Piedmont gets so many calls for help. Our tree and […]

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Tree & Shrubs

4 Tips for Choosing a Healthy New Tree

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Planting new trees on your property is a big project, as well as a long-term investment. Many homeowners don’t know what to look for in a healthy young sapling, so they come to us at Nature’s Select Sandhills. Our experience in tree and shrub care makes us a reliable source for all your tree-related needs. […]

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