Posts Tagged ‘winter trees’
Best Christmas Tree Varieties for Your Home
Nothing sets a holiday mood quite like a real Christmas tree. But with so many options, choosing a Christmas tree can feel overwhelming. To make things easier, we’ve rounded up the top five Christmas tree varieties you’ll find in Minnesota. Whether you’re after fragrance, needle retention, or that picture-perfect look, these trees are sure to…
Read MoreWinter Tree Sounds: What They’re Telling You In Cold Weather
If you’ve ever heard creaks, pops, or cracks coming from your trees during the winter, you’re not imagining it. These are winter tree sounds, and they are a normal part of how trees respond to cold weather. From expanding sap to frost cracks and shifting wood fibers, each sound tells you something about what’s happening…
Read MoreProtect 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…
Read MoreWhy Do Evergreens Stay Green in the Winter?
Do you ever catch yourself wondering why Evergreen trees stay green and don’t lose all their needles during the winter? It’s actually quite a complex process, let us explain… Leaves are Fragile Here in Minnesota, we know that fall is when the leaves change color and drop to the ground. As we take in the…
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