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The Best Shade Trees to Keep Your Home Cool in Summer

americanarbor August 4, 2022
Bur Oak The bur oak is large and majestic, with vibrant green leaves and dark grey bark. These trees can grow 60 to 70 feet tall with a canopy that reaches nearly 70 feet in width. They’re extremely tolerant of different soils and climates, and they grow at a moderate rate. To encourage your bur […]

Denver Tree Care Encyclopedia: Magnolia Trees

americanarbor August 4, 2022
What Does a Magnolia Tree Look Like? There are many different species of magnolia trees, but in Denver, saucer magnolias grow best. They produce large, aromatic flowers that are can be white or pink. The leaves are long, smooth and shiny, and they grow up to six inches in length. The flowers emerge in early […]

Brown Leaves or Needles? You Might Have Winter Desiccation Damage to Your Denver Trees

americanarbor July 22, 2022
Homeowners around the Colorado area may see their trees (particularly those with needles or evergreen trees) begin to brown, become partially brown and partially green, or become completely browned. While it is completely normal for these types of trees to lose needles regularly, when it happens to large portions of the tree, it is a […]

Plant Supply is Dwindling

americanarbor July 15, 2022
The diverse plant supply you’ve enjoyed with consistent availability of varieties and sizes may be in short supply this year, and in the coming years. You may not have been aware, but this has been happening for the last 10 years. Five nursery pros from the front range share their stories about the struggles with […]

Caring for Your Evergreen Trees and Landscaping in Denver this Winter

americanarbor July 3, 2022
While the leaves may have fallen off the other trees in your yard, your evergreens will be flourishing. Such a wintertime staple, the evergreen is the perfect tree for the season. They can last all year long, especially during droughts and harsh conditions. By properly caring for them during the winter, your evergreens will keep […]

​Dangers to Your Lawn and Denver Landscaping

americanarbor June 24, 2022
Seeding your lawn is something to do to your lawn and landscaping each spring and fall. Fall is typically the time you will add in new seed to your lawn and spring is the time to over-seed. Why? It is crucial to help your grass grow and become healthy after the harsh winter months. Learn […]

Denver Tree Pros Recommend Borer Treatments Now

americanarbor June 1, 2022
’Tis the season for specialty borer applications to rid your trees and shrubs of honey locust borers, black locust borers, and viburnum borers. Like all borer species, these pests lay their eggs in the bark and the larvae which hatch then burrow beneath the bark to feed. Heavy infestations will kill a tree. Unfortunately, infestations […]

Denver Tree Care Encyclopedia: The Bosnian Pine

americanarbor May 23, 2022
What does a Bosnian pine tree look like? The Bosnian pine is a slow-growing tree that reaches heights of 50 to 70 feet when it’s fully mature. The spread of its branches can span 10 to 15 feet in width, making the shape of a Bosnian pine tree tall and narrow. Their pine needles are […]

Denver Tree Care Encyclopedia: Kentucky Coffee Tree

americanarbor May 23, 2022
It got its name from early Kentucky settlers who thought the tree’s seeds looked like coffee beans, and they used them to build railway sleeper cars. Kentucky coffee trees can be found in backyards and parks throughout the Midwest, and they’re also scattered throughout Colorado. Let’s take a closer look at these trees and what […]

What Types of Grass Grow Best in Denver?

americanarbor May 23, 2022
Let’s look at the types of grass that grow best in Denver and what qualities you should look for when purchasing grass for your yard. What Qualities Should You Look For? Denver weather can be unpredictable, and your grass will need to be hearty enough to handle it. For your grass to thrive in Denver, […]

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