Wow. It’s been a tough month for old trees. The 227-year-old Canadian hemlock, a gift from New York Gov. George Clinton, was planted by the president at Mount Vernon in 1791. Source: Tree likely planted by George Washington felled by recent storm | MNN – Mother Nature Network
Anyone who has lived around trees is all too familiar with the dreaded “crack” that often follows a major snowstorm. Spring storms can be devastating as the heavy, wet snow can prove to be too much for some trees […] Source: Caring for Your Trees After a Heavy Snowfall • Arbor Day Blog
The winning trees from 13 countries are now vying for the big prize: European Tree of the Year 2018. Source: 13 of Europe’s most fascinating trees : TreeHugger
Good news, urbanites! New research suggests that you don’t have to leave the city to reap some of the benefits of being in nature. Source: Nature boosts your mental health, and you don’t even have to leave the city to reap the benefits
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If the high winds and weather from the weekend Nor’Easter has damaged trees or branches, be sure to stay safe and let certified tree professionals help you. Hopefully you don’t need us, but Bogan Tree Service offers Emergency Tree Care Service when you do.
Working with colleagues, [Dr. Lauren Fletcher] came up with a 30-pound unmanned aerial vehicle nicknamed “Robin.” It can fly over the most rugged landscapes on earth, planting trees in precise locations at the rate of 120 per minute. Source: These drones plant trees by firing seed pods at the ground | Popular Science
In one of nature’s remarkable second acts, dead trees become driftwood and embark on transformative journeys. Source: The Trees That Sail to Sea | Hakai Magazine
Similar findings have been seen with adults, too. Source: Study: Being around trees and other greenery may help teens stave off depression – The Washington Post
Guest post by John Lang of Friendly Tree. Most of us can agree that trees are good. They provide shade, shield us from wind, keep our homes cool, and add beauty and color to the landscape. Trees truly are Mother Nature’s masterpieces. It’s easy to forget that trees – especially large, mature trees – can […]
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