Category: Trees & Bushes
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How To – Proper Storage Of Fireplace Wood
Putting up wood for your fireplace or wood stove can be a lot of work especially if you cut the trees, make the rounds and split the logs yourself. Once you have completed your work in late summer and fall it is important to store your wood properly to not attract pests and to allow…
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How To – Proper Pruning Of Lower Branches To Provide Clearance For Pedestrians
Whenever you prune a Tree improving its health should be your primary concern. This is also true when you need to prune trees that are within your property or near streets or walkways. When planting your garden you should understand how your trees will grow over their lifetime that way you can provide enough room…
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Portland Oregon Giving You $50 To Plant A Tree
Can one tree make a difference? Well to find out it won’t cost you anything if you live in Portland, Oregon. Every tree planted in Portland contributes to cleaner rivers and streams. So, if you plant a tree on your residential property, you can receive a rebate of up to $50 for native trees. Receive…
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How To – Manage Your Property In Fire Zone Areas To Reduce Danger
No matter where you live fires that start outside of your home can effect your home. If you live in the country you could have a brush or field fire. If you live near a park or wooded area a forest fire could cause you problems. If you live in the city homes around yours…
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How To – When Is The Best Time To Prune?
For the sake of this HowTo we are talking about pruning in the context of making large changes, reshaping or curing problems such as disease. When to prune plants is one of the most common questions for gardeners and if you ask 20 people you will likely get 20 answers as to when the best…