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  • Pine Trees:  Tolerance and Strength
    August 2, 2016

    Pine Trees: Tolerance and Strength

    The pine tree displays unique flexibility that allows the tree to adapt to extreme climatic circumstances. The pine is an evergreen, holding onto its leaves (needles) throughout the cold or dormant season. Withstanding extreme cold, heat (in some cases, fire),...

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  • Eastern Redbud: Stunning Year-Round Foliage
    July 29, 2016

    Eastern Redbud: Stunning Year-Round Foliage

    Known as the harbinger of Spring, the Eastern Redbud’s delicate blossoms and buds are one of the seasons most breathtaking displays. Spectacular rosy pink blossoms appear in dramatic fashion in April. But this tree’s beauty doesn’t end with its flowery show....

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  • White Dogwood: A Favorite of Americans for Centuries!
    July 29, 2016

    White Dogwood: A Favorite of Americans for Centuries!

    An excellent landscape choice for all four seasons, the White Dogwood is a favorite in many yards and gardens as it adds vibrant color to your landscape year-round. White “flowers” show their beauty in the Spring, foliage turns a vibrant red-purple...

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  • The Sugar Maple:  Generous and Popular!
    July 28, 2016

    The Sugar Maple: Generous and Popular!

    The Sugar Maple is a generous provider and one of America’s best-loved and most popular trees. It’s no wonder that more states have claimed it as their state tree than any other single species—those states being New York, West Virginia,...

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  • Live Oak:  The Foundation of America's Ships!
    July 26, 2016

    Live Oak: The Foundation of America's Ships!

    The live oak (Quercus virginiana) has a leathery trunk and crooked branches that are dark reddish brown and can grow 40 to 50 feet tall. Often covered with Spanish moss, it is one of the most majestic trees of southern...

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  • Northern Red Oak:  America's National Treasure
    July 24, 2016

    Northern Red Oak: America's National Treasure

    The beautiful Northern Red Oak is considered a national treasure as one of the handsomest, cleanest and stateliest trees in North America. This fast growing tree offers a dense crown and brilliant red fall colors, is known for its adaptability...

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  • Willow Tree: The Tree of Remembrance
    July 21, 2016

    Willow Tree: The Tree of Remembrance

    The willow is a tall, deciduous tree, growing 30 to 80 feet tall, with a 20 to 35 foot spread of graceful arching branches. Smaller branches are supple and flexible like reeds allowing small breezes to often set the entire...

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  • What Should I Do Right After My Pet Passes?
    July 5, 2016

    What Should I Do Right After My Pet Passes?

    Losing your beloved pet is difficult in any situation. If your pet passes away or is put to sleep at the veterinarian's office, they can help handle the remains for you. If your pet passes away suddenly at home, you...

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