We all want to improve our yards, and it feels even better when we can make as little impact on the natural environment as possible. Giroud has a variety of eco-friendly treatments for your property, from lawn care to plant health care and even mosquito and tick control. Here are 4 ways you can make…

Valentine’s Day is almost here, and with the chilly weather ahead, it will be the perfect weekend to stay inside and do some fun crafts with the kiddos! We here at Giroud love trees, so we’ve compiled a list of Valentine Tree Crafts for Kids and the whole family below. Check it out!

Have you noticed that nature is putting on a show for us right now? Some of our favorite flowering trees are coming alive with beautiful blooms! Here’s how to care for these spectacular trees.

Homeowners in newer developments need to be on the lookout for tree and shrub problems. Unfortunately, poor soil, improper planting and bad mulching practices can cause long term problems. Whether you’re in a brand-new development or one that’s been around for several years, you’ll want to read on to learn the warning signs to look…

With a profusion of perfect, creamy, fragrant flowers and cherry-brown bark, the Syringa Reticula (aka Japanese Tree Lilac) is possibly the most trouble-free lilac you can grow. Hardy and tough, the Tree Lilac is resistant to mildew, borers and scale. It grows 20-30 feet tall and blooms in early to mid-June. Follow these steps to…

Ever wondered what makes leaves change color in the Fall?  The most common answer is colder temperatures.  But leaves actually begin to turn before the cooler days of Fall arrive. So what gives us the beautiful display of fall colors?  The answer is a combination of less sunlight, colder temperatures and the production Chlorophyll, a…

Handsome shape, rich, dark green color and unusual needle formation make the Umbrella Pine (Sciadopitys verticillata) a stand-out specimen tree. A slow grower at about 6 inches per year, it can achieve height of 25-30 feet tall in the urban landscape. The Umbrella Pine should be planted in moist, slightly acidic soil in a sunny…

Want to add a pop of a color and interest to your Fall landscape?  Mother Nature offers a bounty of amazing trees that have unusual features and bursts of color.  (pictured: Persimmon Tree has beautiful fall foliage and edible fruit.)