No Joke: 7 Fun Facts About Trees
Today is all about jokes and surprises. And instead of jokes, we’re going with surprises about trees, of course. Here are 7 fun tree facts that may surprise you and anyone you feel like sharing them with! TREE FACTS 1. THEY PRODUCE A LOT OF OXYGEN Seriously, a lot. A single 50-foot tree produces enough […]
Technology and Nature: 11 Best Nature Apps
One thing Minnesotans do best is take advantage of good weather. Even if we just have one nice day surrounding by lingering winter weather, we are outside enjoying nature. If you are out and about, use these nature apps to help you better connect with the environment. THE REI NATIONAL PARKS GUIDE & MAPS This […]
10 Ways To Celebrate Arbor Day
You don’t have to be a tree hugger to know that trees are important. Trees are not just beautiful; they are the lungs of the Earth and have many health benefits for humans, so take some time to celebrate trees this Arbor Day and every day. Without trees, there would be no us, so celebrate and […]
Fertilizer FAQs
If you have ever walked down the fertilizer aisle(s) and felt overwhelmed by the number of options, you are not alone. Going to a lawn and garden center can be stressful. You can sometimes feel like you need an agriculture degree just to keep your trees and shrubs healthy, but fortunately that is not necessary. […]
How Much Water Do Your Trees Really Need?
One of the questions we are most frequently asked by clients is, “how much water do trees need?” And subsequently, “how do I water trees?” Honestly, there is no one right answer since different trees require different watering strategies; so, we chose to write this post on how to water trees to address the most […]
Recognizing Tree Risk
We can all appreciate trees—the ability they have to clean the air, provide oxygen, save water, help prevent soil erosion and help conserve energy. They are a real asset to our ecosystem. In fact, a study in the journal Scientific Reports found that 10 more trees on your street could make you feel 7 years younger. But, […]
Nutrition Month: Keeping Your Trees Healthy
Trees may be beautiful and constantly depicted in works of art, but keeping your trees picturesque is a science, not an art. There are right and wrong ways to take care of your trees and keep them healthy. TREE CARE TIPS March is National Nutrition Month and it is a great reminder that health care […]
Anticipating Our Warm Weather Landscapes
Spring is here. Kind of. This time of year in Minnesota, we start to get impatient during the transition from cold to warm weather. Our yards slowly start to show signs of spring and new bloom. The gradual progression is important and it is the time for you to start preparing your yard for spring […]
The Benefits of Plant Health Care Services
While we may have a few snow days left, spring has already begun showing itself in Minnesota and spring means its time to start thinking about your plant health care. We all want our shrubs and trees to be healthy and look beautiful, but do you want to put in the work? We have you […]