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Tree care for winter injury
City Forester Basics of winter tree identification
City Forester Tree care in winter important
City Forester What do you know about Christmas trees?
City Forester Oh, Deer!
As many of Casper’s residents are already aware, it is not unusual for home landscapes, and trees especially, to become a major food source for foraging deer and other wildlife. The same deer that we love to watch frolicking in nature can quickly become a serious aesthetic and economic threat. So, what can we do to protect our trees from the damaging effects of animal browsing and still enjoy the wildlife that is truly one of our community’s most unique attractions? A Tree Hurts Forever
One of the greatest misconceptions about trees is how they deal with injury. It is important to remember that trees do not heal, and that once a tree is injured, that injury remains in the tree forever. September Trees, and Turning Leaves
September is here, the days are getting shorter and the nights cooler. It’s time to start thinking about our trees and the coming fall. In this month’s column you’ll find a few tips to help you begin readying your trees for the changes they will soon be experiencing. I’ve also added a section to answer some of the questions I receive. So, let’s get started. If a tree falls in the forest …
Summer is here, and many of us have been using that time to take advantage of the wonderful outdoor opportunities that Wyoming has to offer. Summer tree care
Proper summer tree care can be a life and death issue for our trees. Knowing how your tree works and what it needs to make it through the hot months is an important part of growing healthy trees. Spring Tree Care
Although this has been a challenging spring for our trees, it would seem that we are finally getting a glimpse of summer and our neighborhood forests are making up for lost time. Avoiding tree damage during construction
City Forester J. Sterling Morton and the History of Arbor Day
This month we will celebrate Arbor Day in Wyoming and across the country. Why are our trees important?
Since the beginning, trees have furnished us with two of life's essentials: food and oxygen. Top 10 myths of tree care
Most homeowners treasure the trees on their property, but may be misinformed about how to care for them. Casper becomes a winter wonderland
When the trees and shrubs are bare, and the flowers long gone, what's there to see? Chances are, you're hoping for a couple of inches of snow to blot the forlorn sight from view. Fun facts about trees
This holiday season, I thought that it would be appropriate to stray away from the usual advice that this column offers and remind ourselves of some gifts that our trees provide. Are your trees safe?
Trees are an important part of our world. They offer a wide range of benefits to the environment and provide tremendous beauty. However, trees can be dangerous. Trees and turf
We’ve all seen thinning grass under some of our trees, large surface tree roots that cause safety hazards and mowing obstacles, young trees that don’t seem to grow and tree trunks badly damaged by lawnmowers or trimmers. Don’t top your trees
Topping is perhaps the most harmful tree pruning practice known. Yet, despite its harmful effects, topping remains a common practice. Pruning young trees
City Forester What’s bugging my trees?
City Forester Know your arborist
Tree owners are the most important component in a healthy urban and community forest. Planting trees for savings and conservation
Homeowners go to great lengths to conserve energy in this era of tight budgets and environmental awareness. Winter care for your trees
Winter in Wyoming brings frigid temperatures, icy winds and snow, and while we can cozy up next to the fire and forget about winter for a while, our trees cannot.
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