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‘Fat Albert’ Spruce
We love ‘Fat Albert’ spruce (Picea pungens ‘Fat Albert’) for its short, wide stature and its blue needles. Read Article
Lacebark Pine
We love lacebark pine (Pinus bungeana) because it is an evergreen pine tree with beautiful exfoliating bark, and because it is a deer resistant plant. Read Article
Growing Citrus Indoors
Tricia from Peaceful Valley talks about growing citrus trees indoors. Read Article
Protect Trees and Shrubs
What trees and shrubs should I try to protect from winter injury, and how? Read Article
Fall Tree Care
Our trees need care to prepare for colder months. “While your trees seem to be in a state of hibernation in the winter, exposure to the tough conditions can cause them major stress,” says Jim Skiera, Executive Director of the … Read Article
Estimating Tree Age
Ever wonder how old the trees in your yard or on your street are? Here’s a way to estimate tree age (without chopping them down to count the rings!). Read Article
Book Review: Seeing Trees
Seeing Trees: Discover the Extraordinary Secrets of Everyday Trees by Nancy Ross Hugo and Robert Llewellyn (Photographer) 242 pages Timber Press, 2011 List price: $29.95 Trivia buffs love books that take an ordinary subject and reveal extraordinary tidbits of fascinating … Read Article
‘Slender Silhouette’ Sweetgum
We love ‘Slender Silhouette’ American sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua ‘Slender Silhouette’) for its very narrow shape. Read Article
American Yellowwood
American yellowwood is an underused but valuable garden tree. Read Article
9-11 Memorial Trees
Here’s the story behind the trees planted at the National September 11 Memorial & Museum in New York City. Read Article