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Tree trimming

Tree trimming in Florida doesn’t have a cutoff date.

Tree trimming in Florida is pretty straightforward. You trim to maintain your tree’s appearance and overall health. That said, ArtisTree has found it best to prune in the fall and winter months after trees lose their leaves. Why? For efficiency and health reasons. Specifically: You can see their branch structure…

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Variegated pittosporum

Variegated Pittosporum: Old staple or forgotten classic?

Variegated Pittosporum received mixed reviews from ArtisTree’s panel of Plantopinions experts. Operations Manager Conan Michel put it best: “It’s an old staple that was used by a lot of people years ago. It still has some good appeal to it and it's hardy. But you either love it or hate…

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Shrimp plants Florida

Shrimp Plants a Tasteful Choice for Florida Landscapes

Just to assure you, Florida shrimp plants are in no way related to the crustaceans of the appetizer world. Instead, their colorful bracts are shaped just like the shellfish, hence the name. ArtisTree designers are delighted to serve up a host of reasons to include these tropical perennials in your…

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