Champion Tree & Plant Health Care Blog

What's on your check list for the perfect poolside perennial? We'll tell you what's on ours!

Fall planting season is in full swing. Please choose pest- and climate- resistant alternatives to Schip Laurels and Cherry Laurels.

In 1990, Philadelphia & the surrounding Main Line region were rated in USDA Hardiness Zone 6. By 2006, we had moved to Zone 7. Now, in 2023, we are on the cusp of Zone 8. By 2070, we will be ranked Zone 9. When selecting new trees to plant in your landscape, it is important to consider future climate change.

Yes, it’s true. Yet another invasive insect threatens our beloved Boxwood!

Other than moving cars out of the driveway, there are a few things you can do to prepare your property for a large tree job that will help make the job run smoothly.

Worried about brown Arborvitae, Laurels and other evergreen plants in your landscape? Read more about why so many trees and shrubs turned brown this winter and what you can do to help.

We visited numerous customers’ properties over the weekend and noticed a common trend…sick Dogwood trees! How do your Dogwood trees compare?

Growing specialty roses can be intimidating! By selecting the best varieties and proactively implementing a plant health care routine, a beautiful rose garden is easily within your reach.

Despite heavy summer rain storms, you still need to be diligent about watering your trees and shrubs!

Emerald Ash Borer is a highly destructive, invasive beetle from Asia that has caused tens of millions of Ash trees in the United States to die since 2002.

Azalea not looking quite right? This tiny fly-like insect might be the culprit!

Spring is here! Have you crossed off these three things to ensure your landscape thrives this year? (Pictured: Apricot tree in bloom at Carolyn’s Shade Gardens in Bryn Mawr, PA)

Boxwood have a reputation as being a high maintenance plant. With just a few simple annual care items, your Boxwood will thrive for many years to come!