Entries by EricT

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Planting Young Trees | When is the Best Time

The best time of year for planting young trees is dependent upon several factors. The specific climate for your region is a major consideration in determining the best time for planting young trees. You need to be familiar with the parameters of the climate in your area when planting trees in your yard. As an […]

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How to Properly Stake Newly Planted Trees

When planting young trees in your yard, it is important to properly stake the newly planted trees for support and protection from the elements. In most situations, tree stakes are essential to hold the newly planted trees upright until adequate root growth has occurred. This is particularly true when the root ball of the tree […]

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The Dangers of Using Metal Tree Stakes

We see Metal Tree Stakes in use every day, and are often oblivious to the dangers they may create. When replanting young trees, Metal Tree Stakes are frequently used to support the undeveloped trees until they have become established in their new environment.

Steel T-Posts vs Metal Stakes What is the Difference

Are Metal Stakes and Steel T-Posts the same thing? While many people refer to Steel T-Posts simply as metal posts or steel stakes, there are many other variations of metal stakes and posts that are not necessarily T-Shaped but equally as dangerous. Of course, traditional Steel T-Posts are easily identified by looking at the stake […]

Sports Fields Use Stake-SAFE to Protect Athletes

The apparent question is, do you need to protect metal stakes that are used near sports fields. The answer is so obvious that you would think that I am asking a rhetorical question! Well in fact I am. Every metal stake should be protected, especially those found on sports fields around the country.

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Home Landscaping Projects Freshen Up Your Yard

One of the easiest ways to freshen up your property is to undertake a home landscaping project. You can hire a professional landscaper if your budget allows or you can take on your home landscaping upgrades as a weekend project. Okay, maybe it will take several weekends depending on the size and scope of your […]

Texas No Trespassing Law Requires Purple Markings

Many states have adopted a No Trespassing law that require property owners to mark their lot lines with the color purple. Stake-SAFE has developed a purple stake cover to address this problem. Below you will find the Texas statute. Other states that have adopted a similar no trespassing law including Arkansas, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Missouri, […]