Here’s How Far Birch Tree Roots Spread (Plus Removal Tips)
You may recognize a birch tree from its characteristic peeling white and red bark when you’re out for a walk. Just how far do birch tree roots actually spread? Birch tree roots spread as far as the tree grows wide and create an intensive mat of roots 4-8 inches thick below the soil surface and […]
Here’s How Tall Coconut Trees Actually Grow
If you have ever been to a tropical place, you have seen palm trees. But how many of those have been coconut trees, and just how tall do coconut trees grow? Coconut trees grow in warm tropical climates and depending on the cultivar, reach varying heights. Tall coconut palm cultivars reach a height of 80-100 […]
Here’s How Much Water Coconut Trees Need (Watering Tips)
When you think of coconut trees, you probably think of tropical trees surrounded by perfectly blue water. Would you believe they still require a LOT of water? Here’s how much water coconut trees need. Coconut trees need 15-30 gallons of water per day if being grown for fruit harvesting purposes. They can also be grown […]
5 Simple Tips For Trimming A Cedar Tree
As you are probably aware, trees need maintenance. Cedar trees are no exception to this rule and, though they are a relatively low-maintenance plant, you should keep up with their care. If you are looking for some important tips about how and why you should trim your cedar tree, you have ended up in the […]
Here’s How Often Walnut Trees Actually Bear Walnuts
Walnut trees are rather distinctive because of their large, baseball-sized green fruit. Inside those fruits are some of the most delicious nuts: walnuts! But just how often do walnut trees produce walnuts? Walnut trees will bear fruit once per year. However, the amount will vary each year. Occasionally, walnuts will not produce any fruits during […]
Do All Birch Trees Have White Bark? Identification Tips
Birch trees are hardy and adaptive trees, making them a favorite among gardeners and landscapers. They aren’t giant trees, growing only to a small or medium height of up to 80 feet, and come in several different colors. There are 18 species of birch trees in North America, with only several species having white […]
Here’s How Evergreens Grow During The Winter And Year-Round
Winter is the season when just about everything shuts down. Pools are closing, outdoor sports are done, and trees lose their leaves and go dormant for the winter. But evergreens do not lose their leaves in the fall, so how do they grow year round and during the winter? Evergreens will grow during the winter […]
8 Reasons To Cut Down The Tree In Front Of Your House
While it is nice to have a scenic view of trees while looking out your window, it can also be a bother and even a hazard to have those trees perched in your front yard overlooking your home. In general, you should cut down the tree in the front of your house when: Removing the […]
8 Best Ways To Transport Maple Trees (And How To Do It)
At some point in life, you may have to transport a tree, either to transplant it or to move it from the nursery to your home. Sounds like quite the undertaking, no? The good news is there are several things you can do to easily transport your maple tree. In general, the best way to […]
How Cotton Grows On Trees (And How Long It Takes)
For all of those cotton shirts you have in your closet, you may have wondered just where the heck that material came from. Does the cotton from clothing come from cottonwood trees, though? And, if not, where does it come from, and how does cotton grow? The cotton in our clothing comes from the cotton […]