5 Things You Didn’t Know About Fall Leaves

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As the crisp air of Minnesota fall ushers in a season of stunning visuals, one of the most delightful sights is the transformation of tree leaves. But beyond the picturesque scenes of colorful tree leaves and fallfoliage, there’s a whole world of science and trivia that often goes unnoticed. Here are five intriguing things you…

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Top 3 Reason to Remove Your Tree Wrap in Spring

reasons to remove your tree wrap in spring

When the seasons change and frosty mornings finally fade into sunny spring days, its time to prepare your saplings for warm weather. How? By removing the tree guards you put on them before winter started. While tree trunk protectors are great for keeping your young trees safe during the cold Minnesota winters, leaving on your…

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Making Maple Syrup 101

Making maple syrup 101

Not only is it great on waffles and pancakes, but this naturally sweet substance tastes even better when it’s homemade. That’s right. We are talking about maple syrup! When the winter weather begins to stay above freezing, maple syrup season starts. Are you wanting to start making your own, but you are not sure if…

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Protect Your Trees from Salt Damage

As snow falls and layers of ice form on the ground, it is normal to sprinkle salt to help prevent a winter stroll from turning into a not-so-fun slip and slide. However, this ice melting solvent may not be as helpful and harmless as it may seem. In fact, ice melt products can be incredibly…

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Brighten Your Yard with a Minnesota Maple Tree

When thinking of fall, one of the first things to cross your mind is likely the changing of the leaves. With stunning yellows, sunset oranges, and vibrant reds, who wouldn’t want to look out the window to such a beautiful sight, and what tree better fits this vision than the October Glory Maple tree. Sadly,…

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6 Tips for Fall Tree Care

Fall is the time to appreciate the beauty of the changing seasons. So, grab yourself a cup of apple cider and step outside to admire the colorful trees and falling leaves. While it may be the season of jumping in leaf piles and going to pumpkin patches, it is also the time for fall tree…

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How Minnesota Trees Purify Our Lakes

Nothing better describes the joy of a summer day than spending time in the great outdoors. Regardless of whether you prefer to visit one of Minnesota’s 66 state parks, spend the day at the lake, or simply enjoy the scenic views of the Mississippi River, you will encounter the benefits of two of Minnesota’s greatest…

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Here Are Your New Sapling Summer Care Tips

If your spring included planting a new tree, you’re probably wondering what you need to do to care for it through the hot summer months. Between the summer heat and harsh sunlight, newly planted trees can become stressed and damaged if they are not properly cared for. Having proper summer tree care is vital in…

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Dutch Elm Disease: What You Need to Know

Is Dutch Elm Disease in your elm trees? During late spring and early summer, symptoms of Dutch Elm Disease typically start appearing, if they haven’t already. It’s important this tree disease is addressed early, as it can kill an elm tree in as little as 1–2 years. Recognizing the symptoms may be easy, but knowing…

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