The thorny cousin of the common black locust tree might have arrived in what’s now West Virginia by mastodon, according to a naturalist who’s identified such a tree at North Bend State Park. Source: Prehistoric mastodon may have carried these thorny trees into W.Va. – West Virginia Explorer
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Humans benefit from trees in many ways, including the role they play in regulating climate, filtering air pollution and providing food, fiber and fuel. Source: The hidden value of trees: Quantifying the ecosystem services of tree lineages and their major threats across the contiguous US | PLOS Sustainability and Transformation
Here I explain why sustainable forestry can produce power that is an ideal match for intermittent power sources like wind and solar power. Source: Why Trees Are An Ideal Source Of Renewable Power | Forbes
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Spring is the time to mulch, but how much is too much? Don’t smother your tree with a ‘mulch volcano,’ either. This is the proper way to mulch. Source: How to mulch: You can use it around trees, plants without killing them | USA Today
Dr. Matthew Browning of Clemson University shares his insights on a recent study of the connection of nature and healthcare costs. Source: Residential Nature Tied to Hundreds of Dollars of Savings in Healthcare Costs – Arbor Day Blog
Pruning is the most common tree maintenance procedure. Unlike forest trees, landscape trees need a higher level of care to maintain structural integrity and aesthetics. Pruning must be done with an understanding of tree biology because improper pruning can create lasting damage or shorten the tree’s life. Source: Pruning Trees | Trees are Good
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Trees are an investment that require proper tree care; however, pruning or removing trees, especially large trees, can be dangerous work. Tree work should be done only by those trained and equipped to work safely in trees. Source: Why Hire an Arborist? | Trees are Good
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