February 20, 2007 Shade Trees to be Planted in Communities Across the State LINCOLN, Neb. — Tree-planting efforts in 30 Nebraska communities will get a boost from grant funds recently announced by the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum. MoreFebruary 15, 2007 Tree Care Workshops Focuses on Disaster Recovery LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraska Tree Care Workshops will offer members of the green industry the opportunity to learn about current and emerging issues in tree care with an emphasis on disaster recovery. MoreFebruary 6, 2007 Immediate Care for Storm-damaged Trees LINCOLN, Neb. — Trees damaged by storms generally require some degree of immediate attention (removal of low hanging branches, clearance from utility lines, etc). Homeowners working on their trees need to be careful to watch out for safety concerns and to consider the best approach for dealing with the tree they are trying to save. Chain saw work off the ground and other heavy work (essentially all work on large trees) should be done only by professional arborists. MoreJanuary 10, 2007 It's Always a Good Time to Safeguard Trees from Storm Damage Pruning Damaged Trees Video Assessing Tree Damage Video LINCOLN, Neb. — With recent winter storms damaging thousands of trees across the state, a Nebraska Forest Service community forestry program leader recommends homeowners take steps throughout the year to help safeguard trees from storm damage in the future. More January 5, 2007 Some Shrubs Help Brighten Winter Landscape How can we brighten up the winter landscape? One way is by incorporating evergreen and semi-evergreen shrubs into plantings. Evergreen shrubs are not restricted to yew, boxwood, arborvitae and juniper but extend to include cotoneaster, viburnum, rhododendron, bayberry and many of the dwarf pines and spruces. MoreDecember 4, 2006 These Shrubs Make for a Berry Christmas The leaves almost need to disappear before we notice them, but suddenly, just in time for Christmas, they're everywhere – berries. We've been paying attention to the changing, falling leaves and, without our noticing, the stage has been reset. While we've been busy putting up trees and wreaths and garlands, nature has done its own decorating. MoreDecember 1, 2006 Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit Begins Work on Great Plains Fire History LINCOLN, Neb. — Federal researchers affiliated with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's School of Natural Resources are helping land managers on the Plains piece together a history of fire in the region. MoreNovember 16, 2006 Nebraska Grown Christmas Trees Bring Life to the Holidays LINCOLN, Neb. — When it comes to finding the perfect Christmas tree, keep in mind the number of choose-and-cut operations in Nebraska, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln forester said. Not only do fresh trees add to the beauty of the holiday season, but selection creates a fun family experience. MoreNovember 2, 2006 Oaks Among the Highlights of the Changing Leaves of Fall Although November signals that winter and all its cold, gray dullness is just around the corner, it can be a great time to enjoy and celebrate the landscape around us. In fact, a warm November day can be one of the best times of the year to be outdoors. The air is crisp and easy to breathe and is often filled with the distinct aroma of fallen leaves. The allergens are on the wane and the mosquitoes are mostly dead. Which helps us better enjoy a landscape that is often washed with a dizzying variety of textures and colors from tans and browns to oranges, reds, purples and greens. MoreOctober 30, 2006 2006 Central Region Woodland Stewardship Conference Nov. 18 in Nebraska City LINCOLN, Neb. — The ninth annual Central Region Woodland Stewardship Conference Nov. 18 in Nebraska City will provide landowners knowledge and skills to manage their woodlands and related resources using good stewardship principles. More |
