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One last Arb post
I just had so many beautiful photos from our trip to the Arboretum last weekend that I have to share a few more. . . I will have something more original on Monday, I promise. ;) Here are some gorgeou...
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Planting Trees in the Spring of 10
The true meaning of life is to plant trees, under whose shade you do not expect to sit. -- Nelson Henderson Who enjoys planting trees? Well old people because they want to leave something useful beh...
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Bill targets state tree nurseries
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources may have to shed some of its leaves if a Minnesota House bill passes. The bill, being considered by the Game, Fish and Forestry Division committee, would ...
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Arbor Day foundation offers tree-care booklet

The Arbor Day Foundation is offering a tree-care booklet designed to help people plant and care for trees.

May 10, 2013

Celebrate Arbor Month and brighten Minnesota by planting trees

“Plant Trees for a Brighter Minnesota,” is the theme of Arbor Month in May, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) said. Arbor Day, April 26, marks the beginning of a month-long celebration of trees.

April 25, 2013

Join Arbor Day Foundation, get 10 shade trees

National Arbor Day is Friday, April 26 this year, and the Arbor Day Foundation is making it easy for anyone to celebrate the annual tree-planting holiday. Join the Foundation in April and receive 10 shade trees.

March 25, 2013

Growing Green: It's fruit tree pruning time

Now is the time to start pruning your fruit trees. Pruning your trees while they are in dormancy reduces the possibility of fire blight in crabapples, apples and pears, as well as minimizing canker diseases in cherries and plums.

By Robin Trott, U of M Extension Educator , March 06, 2013

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Join Arbor Day Foundation, get 10 trees

The Arbor Day Foundation is making it easy for everyone to celebrate the arrival of spring by planting trees.

February 21, 2013

Attend SWCD open house on Wednesday

Douglas Soil and Water Conservation District will host its annual Tree Open House on Wednesday, February 20.

February 19, 2013

Conservation district to host Tree Open House in Alexandria

Douglas Soil Water Conservation District (DSWCD) will host its annual Tree Open House on Wednesday, February 20, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the USDA Service Center (directly behind McDonald’s on Highway 29 North of Alexandria).

February 14, 2013

DNR recommends trimming oak trees before April 1

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Minnesotans to prune oak trees before April 1 to prevent new oak wilt infestations.

February 11, 2013

Multiple new ash borer infestations found in Twin Cities

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has confirmed three new emerald ash borer (EAB) infestations, one in Minneapolis, and two in St. Paul.

February 04, 2013

Join the Arbor Day Foundation in February and receive 10 spruce trees

Joining the Arbor Day Foundation is an ideal way to get in the mood for spring planting. Anyone from Minnesota who joins the Foundation in February 2013 will receive 10 Colorado blue spruce trees to plant when the weather turns warm.

January 27, 2013

Emerald ash borer found in La Crescent

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has confirmed the first emerald ash borer (EAB) infested tree in the southeastern city of La Crescent, Minnesota.

January 03, 2013

New research helps in fight against emerald ash borer

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is using innovative research from the University of Minnesota and the U.S. Forest Service to help determine the next steps against emerald ash borer (EAB).

December 02, 2012

When should trees be pruned?

Now is the time of year when most property owners are considering pruning their trees. Removing unwanted branches improperly and at the wrong time of the year can stress and damage the tree. When and how should trees be trimmed?

November 24, 2012

Growing Green: Protect your trees and shrubs from winter injury

In April and May, I get many calls from distressed homeowners concerned about trees and shrubs that did not fare well during the treacherous winter months. Many of these plants are suffering from cold damage such as sun scald, dieback, root injury and frost heaving. A few cultural practices now can help prevent such often irrecoverable damage from occurring.

By Robin Trott, U of M Extension Educator , October 10, 2012

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A collage of colors

A collage of colors Blazing orange. Sun-bright yellow. Deep-dark red. Earthy brown. Glowing gold. Fall officially arrived on the calendar last Saturday but the trees and falling leaves have been signaling the change in seasons for some time now. The next few weeks should be prime time to take a leisurely drive, bike ride or stroll to take in the fall color.

By Al Edenloff , September 28, 2012

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