Tree & Shrub Care Guides

Practical, expert-backed guides to help you care for trees and shrubs through every season.

Our care guides cover a wide variety of trees and shrubs. While we’ve listed many trees here, our Annual Care Kits are available for over 100 tree varieties!

Don’t see a care guide for your tree? Contact us at support@treehelp.com, and we’ll be happy to help or provide guidance for your tree.

We hope you find this information useful. Please note that the trees listed are not for sale—we do not sell trees. Our goal is to provide helpful information so you can make the best choices in caring for your trees.

  • Apple Tree

    The apple tree (Malus domestica) is a deciduous fruit tree known for its delicious and versatile fruits. It is a member of the Rosaceae family.

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  • Arborvitae Tree

    Arborvitae (Thuja) is a genus of evergreen coniferous trees and shrubs belonging to the cypress family (Cupressaceae).

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  • Aspen Tree

    The aspen tree refers specifically to species within the Populus genus, with the quaking aspen (Populus tremuloides) being one of the most well-known.

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  • Birch Tree

    Birch trees belong to the genus Betulaand are admired for their graceful form, distinctive bark that peels in paperylayers, and delicate leaves.

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  • Buckeye Tree

    Buckeye trees belong to the Aesculus genus and are deciduous trees known for their distinctive palmate leaves and large, glossy seeds, often referred to as "buckeyes" or "chestnuts".

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  • Catalpa Tree

    The Catalpa tree belongs to the Bignoniaceae family and includes several species, with the two most common being the Southern Catalpa (Catalpa bignonioides) and the Northern Catalpa (Catalpa speciosa).

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  • Cedar Tree

    Cedar trees are members of the genus Cedrus, and various species are found in different parts of the world.

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  • Cherry Tree

    Cherry trees belong to the Prunus genus and encompass various species, including sweet cherries (Prunus avium) and sour cherries (Prunus cerasus).

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  • Chestnut Tree

    Chestnut trees belong to the Castanea genus and include several species such as the American chestnut (Castanea dentata) and the European chestnut (Castanea sativa).

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  • Citrus Tree

    Citrus trees belong to the Rutaceae family and include popular fruit-bearing species like oranges (Citrus sinensis), lemons (Citrus limon), limes (Citrus aurantiifolia), and grapefruits (Citrus paradisi).

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  • Cottonwood Tree

    Cottonwood refers to several species within the Populus genus, with the Eastern Cottonwood (Populus deltoides) and the Black Cottonwood (Populus trichocarpa) being common examples.

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  • Crabapple Tree

    Crabapple trees are part of the Malus genus and are often cultivated for their ornamental value and attractive spring blossoms.

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  • Dogwood Tree

    Dogwood trees are members of the Cornus genus, known for their beautiful spring flowers and distinctive bark.

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  • Douglas-Fir Tree

    Douglas-fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) is a coniferous evergreen tree and one of the tallest trees in North America.

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  • Elm Tree

    Elm trees belong to the Ulmus genus and are deciduous trees known for their distinctive serrated leaves and often vase-shaped crown.

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  • Fir Tree

    Fir trees belong to the genus Abies and are evergreen conifers with needle-like leaves arranged spirally on the branches.

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  • Ginkgo Tree

    The Ginkgo tree (Ginkgo biloba) is a unique deciduous tree known for its distinctive fan-shaped leaves and a remarkable history dating back millions of years.

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  • Hawthorn Tree

    Hawthorn trees belong to the Crataegus genus, comprising a large group of deciduous trees and shrubs known for their thorny branches, lobed leaves, and clusters of small white or pink flowers.

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  • Hickory Tree

    Hickory trees belong to the Carya genus and are deciduous hardwood trees known for their valuable wood and edible nuts.

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  • Holly Tree

    Holly trees belong to the Ilex genus, which includes evergreen and deciduous species known for their glossy, spiky leaves and often red berries.

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  • Horsechestnut Tree

    The Horse Chestnut tree (Aesculus hippocastanum) is a large deciduous tree known for its distinctive palmate leaves and showy clusters of white flowers with a touch of red or pink.

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  • Juniper Tree

    Juniper trees belong to the genus Juniperus, which includes both evergreen trees and shrubs. They are known for their needle-like or scale-like leaves and the production of small, berry-like cones. 

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  • Kentucky Coffee Tree

    The Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus dioicus) is a deciduous tree native to North America, known for its unique and large bipinnately compound leaves and large seed pods. 

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  • Linden Tree

    Linden trees belong to the Tilia genus and are deciduous trees known for their heart-shaped leaves and fragrant, yellowish-white flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer.. 

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  • Locust Tree

    The term "locust tree" can refer to different species, but commonly, it is used for trees in the genera Robinia and Gleditsia. Robinia pseudoacacia, the Black Locust, is a common species in this context. 

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  • London Planetree

    The London Plane Tree (Platanus × acerifolia) is a hybrid tree resulting from the crossbreeding of the American sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) and the Oriental plane (Platanus orientalis). 

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  • Magnolia Tree

    Magnolia trees belong to the Magnoliaceae family and are known for their large, showy, fragrant flowers. There are many species and cultivars of magnolias, each with unique characteristics. 

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  • Maple Tree

    Maple trees belong to the genus Acer and are known for their distinctive palmate leaves and winged seeds called samaras. They are deciduous trees that exhibit vibrant fall foliage in various shades of red, orange, and yellow. 

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  • Mulberry Tree

    Mulberry trees belong to the Morus genus and are deciduous trees known for their lobed leaves and sweet, juicy berries. There are various species of mulberries, and they can range in size from small ornamental trees to larger fruit-bearing varieties. 

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  • Oak Tree

    Oak trees belong to the Quercus genus and are deciduous or evergreen trees known for their distinctive lobed leaves and acorns. There are over 500 species of oaks, and they are a vital component of many forest ecosystems. 

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  • Palm Tree

    Palm trees belong to the Arecaceae family and are characterized by their unbranched stems (trunks) with large, often fan-shaped or feather-like leaves. There are thousands of palm species, each with unique characteristics. 

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  • Pear Tree

    Pear trees belong to the Pyrus genus and are deciduous fruit trees known for their sweet and juicy pears. There are many species and cultivars, each with unique fruit characteristics and growth habits. 

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  • Pine Tree

    Pine trees belong to the Pinus genus and are evergreen conifers characterized by needle-like leaves and pine cones. There are over 120 species of pines, and they are a prominent component of many forest ecosystems. 

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  • Poplar Tree

    Poplar trees belong to the Populus genus, which includes a diverse group of deciduous trees. Common species include the Eastern Cottonwood (Populus deltoides) and the Lombardy Poplar (Populus nigra "Italica"). 

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  • Redbud Tree

    The redbud tree, scientifically known as Cercis, is a deciduous tree appreciated for its vibrant, pink to purple flowers that bloom in spring before the leaves emerge. 

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  • Spruce Tree

    Spruce trees belong to the Picea genus and are coniferous evergreen trees known for their needle-like leaves and distinctive cones. 

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  • Sycamore Tree

    The term "sycamore" is commonly used to refer to two distinct species: the American sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) and the London plane tree (Platanus × acerifolia), a hybrid of American sycamore and Oriental plane. 

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  • Tulip Tree

    The tulip tree, also known as the tulip poplar or yellow poplar, refers to species within the Liriodendron genus. The two primary species are the American tulip tree (Liriodendron tulipifera) and the Chinese tulip tree (Liriodendron chinense). 

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  • Willow Tree

    The term "willow" refers to various species within the Salix genus, which includes deciduous trees and shrubs known for their slender branches, lance-shaped leaves, and often flexible twigs. 

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  • Wisteria Tree

    Wisteria is a genus of deciduous climbing vines known for its cascading clusters of fragrant and colorful pea-like flowers. 

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