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Plant in fall after leaf drop or in early spring before bud break. Dig a hole 2 to 3 times wider than the root ball but no deeper, set the root flare at or just above grade, backfill with the soil you dug out, water well and mulch 2 to 3 inches deep without touching the trunk.
October 30, 2026
An ISA Certified Arborist has at least 3 years of tree care experience, passed a 200-question exam and keeps up with continuing education. Hire one for large-tree pruning, risk checks, removal decisions and sick trees.
October 26, 2026
Signs a tree is dying include dry tissue with no green under the bark, twigs that snap instead of bend, bare or thinning sections of canopy, loose bark, deep cracks, cavities, and mushrooms at the base. One sign alone isn't proof, so have an arborist check trees near your home.
August 29, 2026
