Tag Archives: Trees

Hurricane Preparedness for Trees

Posted on August 30, 2011 by AskthePlantMaster

Thank goodness Hurricane Irene was easy on Central Florida compared to the devastation it caused up north.  I heard on the evening news last night that one northern city lost more than 700 trees. As a homeowner, how many of … Continue reading →

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Pest Alert – Emerald Ash Borer

Posted on August 26, 2011 by AskthePlantMaster

Pest Alert Be on the lookout for the invasive Emerald Ash Borer. Since its arrival in the US in 2002, it has been on the move and has killed millions of ash trees in our northern states; and may be … Continue reading →

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Tree Planting During the Summer in Central Florida

Posted on August 17, 2011 by AskthePlantMaster

I recently received phone calls from an elderly gentleman who had just moved to our area who wanted to plant a shade tree in his yard.  When visiting some local plant outlets, he was told to wait till fall; however, … Continue reading →

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