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Tree care tips & guides

Advice from our arborists on caring for your trees, understanding local bylaws, and getting the most from your greenspace.

6 Common Tree Diseases in Toronto

Learn to spot the diseases most likely to affect trees across the Greater Toronto Area.

Hardy, attractive species well suited to Toronto's climate and soils.

A step-by-step guide to staking a young tree without harming it.

Simple tests and warning signs that tell you whether a tree is dead or just dormant.

Species that fill in shade and privacy quickly—and what to weigh before planting them.

Why the dormant season is usually the ideal window for pruning most trees.

A plain-language guide to Vaughan's Tree Protection By-law, permits and potential fines.

What Guelph homeowners need to know about permits before removing a tree on private property.

Why spring and fall give new trees the best possible start.

Those dark blotches are usually tar spot fungus—here's what they mean and what to do.

A primer on why pruning matters, when to do it, and the techniques arborists use.