Tag: trees
Admiring the perfect climbing tree
Over the last decade, Judith Sutherland has watched her willow tree fill out in all the best ways for tree climbing.
Still working to restore the American chestnut
The American Chestnut Foundation has received $600,000 in grants from the Colcom Foundation, Allegheny Foundation and an anonymous foundation.
D.C. hosts bonsai festival in May
The National Bonsai and Penjing Museum at the U.S. National Arboretum will host a World Bonsai Day Festival May 12 to 14.
$600,000 in grants for American chestnut
Asheville-based conservation nonprofit, The American Chestnut Foundation, has received $600,000 in grants from the Colcom Foundation.
Early warm up affects trees
FSA offers the Tree Assistance Program (tap) for orchardists and nursery tree growers who experienced losses from natural disasters.
Climbing trees took courage, but the payoff was rewarding
Daring determination and the ability to block out the fact that you just might get a whipping for even attempting it — that's what it took to be the tree-climbing champion.
Landscape plants and deicing salts
Deicing salts can damage landscape plants when excessive amounts accumulate in the soil. The most serious damage typically occurs near major streets.
Wayne National Forest to re-establish hardwood forest
The Wayne National Forest Athens Ranger District is seeking public feedback on a proposal to convert planted pine to young native hardwood forest.
Penn State student uses GIS to map Erie arboretum trees
Michael Curtis used GPS location tools to map the arboretum, matching individual trees to the corresponding memorial plaques.
How to maintain a living Christmas tree
Successfully transplanting a living Christmas tree can be tricky, but following these selection, home care and planting tips will help.
