Care

Tips, resources, and information on tree maintenance so you can ensure your tree's successful establishment and growth.

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Late Winter Events

Our winter volunteer season continues with lots of tree care and invasive removals this February! Join us in mulching trees throughout the city or removing vines that are dangerous to …

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Winter Tree Care

As we kick off 2025, a fresh blanket of snow graced Washington, DC last night, adding a picturesque charm to the cityscape. While the sight of snow-covered trees is magical, …

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Time for Tree Care

Start your New Year off right by caring for trees in your community! Join us for our winter tree care season, which features several invasive removals and mulching events throughout …

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We’re Still Watering (and you should too!)

As we enter September, our Tree Operations team remains dedicated to the vital task of watering and caring for our District’s trees. While temperatures may have started to cool, the …

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Summer Tips for Your Trees and Garden

As summer temperatures soar, it’s crucial to give your trees and garden the care they need to thrive. Here at Casey Trees, we’ve compiled a list of essential summer care …

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Mulching Do’s and Don’ts

As we gear up for the sweltering summer months, it’s prime time to give our leafy friends a little extra care, especially when it comes to hydration and mulching. While …

Infestation of Kudzu

Most UN-Wanted: Kudzu

Casey Trees’ most unwanted invasive plant species series continues with week four looking at yet another highly problematic, tree-harming plant: Kudzu. The invasive was brought to the United States in the late …

Bush Honeysuckle

Most UN-Wanted: Bush Honeysuckle

The Casey Trees’ most unwanted invasive plant species series continues with week three looking at another highly problematic, tree-harming plant: Bush Honeysuckle. With just two more weeks to go, we will be looking …

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Tips for Healthy Winter Trees

As we kick off the new year and temperatures continue to drop, it’s important that we keep our trees in mind this winter season. Proper care during these colder months …

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Ecological Gardens

Contact us to schedule a site visit and consultation. Our ecological garden program promotes pollinator-friendly plants that are native to the mid-Atlantic region, stormwater capture and minimal irrigation, and dense, …

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The Importance Of Watering

As the summer heat intensifies and the effects of climate change become increasingly evident, it is crucial to recognize the significance of trees in our urban environment. As we know …

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Get Outside and Give Back this Earth Month

Last Saturday, we held another great community tree planting at Mount Olivet Cemetery! Mount Olivet is located on a historic hill overlooking the monuments of the nation’s capital in the …

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Tree Care: Feeling Hot, Hot, Hot

We just had our first tree care event this past weekend at Mt. Olivet Cemetary — and we are thrilled to be back! Whether you want to get your hands …

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Essential Tree Care Items

You may think you need all kinds of fancy things to ensure your young trees establish, your trees thrive and your mature trees stay strong. But trees are a bit …

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Mature Tree Care

A mature tree provides value to your home and street. It shades and cools the air, reduces energy consumption, removes pollutants, and adds beauty to your neighborhood. Older trees require …