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Even with the multitude of benefits we have read and heard about in the case for including trees in our landscape, there are still skeptics who think this information is biased and from the mouths of “tree huggers.” If you’re one of these non-believers you may be surprised to learn about i-Tree, a software suite…
When you think “fall tree care,” what typically comes to mind is one thing—raking. But your lawn and tree work should involve much more than that. To strengthen your trees after our dry summer, and prep them for our cold winter months, follow these helpful tips this fall. Avoid Fertilizing In the autumn months your…
For our forestry to truly flourish, the entire community needs to understand the importance of tree care and the benefits of urban forestry. Tree City USA is a program created by the Arbor Day Foundation that aims to create and improve management systems of urban forestry. Roughly 3,400 communities have received the Tree City USA…
When a big storm blows through a community, some trees are more prepared to handle high winds than others. A balanced canopy helps a tree withstand high winds but how does a tree attain that? Understanding why and how to prune your trees is crucial for their health and stability. Learn more about the importance…
You have more than likely heard that our global climate is changing. But what does that mean to you and your home? Unfortunately, it’s sometimes hard to grasp how a global problem affects you directly. Since 1980, the average annual temperature in Minnesota has risen by 2°F. That not only directly affects our summer activities…
We’ve experienced a lot of heat over the past few weeks in Minnesota—and so have our trees. If your trees have sufficient mulching around the base, they may be healthier than those without. That is one reason why adding mulching to your tree landscaping routine is essential. Not sure where to start? We’ve put together…