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Denver Tree Care Encyclopedia: Bur Oak (Quercus macrocarpa) 

Denver Tree Care Encyclopedia: Bur Oak (Quercus macrocarpa) 
americanarbor March 19, 2025
Bur Oak (Quercus macrocarpa) is a massive tree from the white oak family. Its acorns are the largest known oak fruits in Colorado and the rest of North America. While there’s still some debate about whether the bur oak is truly native to Colorado, it has undeniably become a favorite along Denver’s streets. Its strong […]
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Denver Tree Care Encyclopedia: Red Maple (Acer rubrum)  

Denver Tree Care Encyclopedia: Red Maple (Acer rubrum)  
americanarbor April 11, 2025
Red Maple (scientific name Acer rubrum) is a large and beautiful maple that offers ample shade. This tree is well-known and valued in Denver for its adaptability. The name comes from the tree’s key ability to grow a red element all year round. It has red buds in the winter, red flowers in the spring, […]
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Denver Tree Care Encyclopedia: Ponderosa Pine (Pinus ponderosa)   

Denver Tree Care Encyclopedia: Ponderosa Pine (Pinus ponderosa)   
americanarbor May 14, 2025
Ponderosa Pine (scientific name Pinus ponderosa)  is a large pine tree that thrives in the Rocky Mountains. It has dark green needles and orange-brown bark. The tree adapts well to the changing weather conditions, including harsh winds and low temperatures. These evergreen trees may lose some needles during drought years but usually appear luscious and […]
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Effective Strategies for Controlling Aphids on Your Denver Plants This Summer

Effective Strategies for Controlling Aphids on Your Denver Plants This Summer
americanarbor June 9, 2025
Aphids are tiny insects that can become a serious nuisance. These soft-bodied pests feed on the plant sap and eventually cause leaves to wilt. While aphids can’t cause major damage to well-established plants, they can affect younger trees and ruin the aesthetic appeal of your garden. Controlling aphids before they start reproducing is key to […]
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The Ultimate Year-Round Fertilization Schedule for Your Denver Lawn

The Ultimate Year-Round Fertilization Schedule for Your Denver Lawn
americanarbor July 2, 2025
Denver homeowners know the complexities of taking care of their lawns in the harsh Colorado climate. If you want your yard to look green and beautiful, you need to make an extra effort. Otherwise, you could be facing bald patches, brown grass, and aggressive weeds. The most important part of keeping your Denver lawn in […]
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Aphids and Spider Mites: How to Identify and Get Rid of Them

Aphids and Spider Mites: How to Identify and Get Rid of Them
americanarbor February 23, 2023
What are aphids and spider mites and what do they do? Aphids and spider mites are very different pests, but they share some similarities. Aside from being very tiny and very destructive, they’re very different in terms of identifying characteristics and the type of damage they cause. Aphids are very tiny bugs that feed off […]
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Denver Tree Care Encyclopedia: Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry

Denver Tree Care Encyclopedia: Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry
americanarbor February 23, 2023
What Does an Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry Look Like? The Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry is a showstopper year-round, and it unveils a new surprise every season. In the spring, beautiful pink buds bloom to reveal delicate white flowers that cover the bare branches of the tree. Butterflies and other pollinators are especially attracted to these blooms.  As […]
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Winter Watering Plants in Denver

Winter Watering Plants in Denver
americanarbor January 12, 2023
Denver winters are known for being very cold, and most plants have adapted to snowy conditions. Although the temperatures typically remain below freezing from late fall to early spring, it’s not uncommon for the area to experience warm, dry periods as well. Although warm and sunny temps may feel fantastic, they can lead to winter […]
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Denver Tree Care Encyclopedia: Eastern Redbuds

Denver Tree Care Encyclopedia: Eastern Redbuds
americanarbor December 22, 2022
What Does an Eastern Redbud Look Like? Each spring, Eastern redbud trees burst with beautiful pinkish-purple flowers, followed by the growth of lovely reddish leaves. As spring turns into summer, the heart-shaped leaves slowly turn green, transforming into a bright yellow by autumn. The Eastern redbud is a small tree that has low branches, and […]
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Should You Plant Aspen Trees in Denver?

Should You Plant Aspen Trees in Denver?
americanarbor December 2, 2022
Aspen trees are known for their beautiful trunks and magnificent foliage, and it’s no wonder that many people consider adding them to their home landscapes. However, before you head out to your nearest nursery, it’s important to learn about an aspen’s needs, so you can determine whether it will thrive in your unique yard, soil, […]
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