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About Desert Ironwood: Spring Flowers, Uses, Growth & More

June 2, 2021

Lately, we’ve been getting a lot of questions about ironwood trees, and specifically about their spring flowers. Many residents of Anthem and surrounding areas don’t recall ever seeing ironwood trees in bloom. That’s not unusual, but that’s also not the only unique…

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Sap oozing from a tree.

Why is Sap Oozing from My Tree’s Trunk?

May 3, 2021

Spring in the Phoenix and Anthem areas can look like the desert is “waking up.” Spring flowers appear on shrubs, trees, and various forms of cactus. New, light green leaves are sprouting on trees. Local wildlife is out and about, and you’re…

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About Arizona’s State Tree: Palo Verde

April 7, 2021

The green-barked palo verde is one of the most prominent trees in the Phoenix area. It’s especially visible in spring when it puts on a beautiful display of bright yellow flowers. But did you know that the palo verde is also Arizona’s…

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What’s Digging Holes Around My Palo Verde Tree?

March 2, 2021

Have you recently noticed areas of disturbed soil around some of your trees? Or signs that something has been digging up the ground beneath certain trees? In some cases, it can look like an out-of-control rototiller ran through your yard! Take a…

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Best Palo Verde Trees for Phoenix Landscapes

February 2, 2021

With so many types to choose from, which is the best palo verde tree for your yard? We compare common types, sizes, growing needs, and pros and cons to help you choose the best one.

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Witches’ Broom in Phoenix-Area Trees

December 9, 2020

Some tree issues have unusual names that don’t seem to have anything to do with their name. But that’s not the case with witches’ broom – oftentimes, this deformity on trees actually looks like a broom. Witches’ broom can pop up on…

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Do Tree Leaves Change Color in the Phoenix Area?

November 5, 2020

Each autumn, when leaves change color throughout much of the country, trees in the Phoenix area mostly lack those vibrant fall colors. But that doesn’t mean we don’t have any bright autumn leaves to admire!

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Is Mistletoe Killing Your Tree?

September 17, 2020

If you’ve ever noticed a cluster of what appear to be twigs or small branches concentrated together in your mesquite or palo verde tree, it may in fact be desert mistletoe. Mistletoe is often confused for a nest or hive, but it…

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Pre-emergent Weed Control: FAQs for Phoenix Residents

August 10, 2020

If you’re constantly weeding your Phoenix or Anthem area yard, you may want to consider using a pre-emergent treatment to control the problem. These types of herbicides are applied to stop weed seeds from growing and act very differently from the weed…

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Why Are My Tree’s Leaves Turning Brown in Summer?

August 3, 2020

The three most common reasons why leaves turn brown in summer are preventable. Learn what to look for and how to keep trees healthy in summer.

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