Fall/Winter 2009
Tree wrap: Why we do it and when to remove it
Wrapping a tree in the late fall/winter is important, especially on smooth-barked trees like young basswood, red maple and aspen. Learn why trees need to be wrapped, which trees particularly need protection, and when to remove the wrap.
How to keep evergreens... green
Did you know that newly planted evergreen trees need water applied to their root zone up until ground freeze? It's true! Evergreen trees like cedar, pine and spruce require additional water into the early winter to survive. Find out why and learn when to water.
Lesson: Ash tree identification
Learn how to identify ash trees on your school grounds and encourage your students to take action against emerald ash borer.
Featured School - Jefferson Community School
With the continued support of Centerpoint Energy, Tree Trust was able to bring our Learning with Trees program to the heart of the Uptown area of Minneapolis during the 2008-2009 school year.
Call for Learning with Trees schools for the 2009-2010 school year!
Do you know of a school that would be interested in participating in our Learning with Trees program? We're looking for a few good schools to participate in the upcoming school year.
Please send your recommendations to Karen Zumach, Community Forestry Manager.
