While many hardwoods like aspen, birch and oak regenerate naturally, tree planting by Crow Wing County focuses on conifers to maintain and increase the diversity in forests, according to a news release.
Pruning, wound repair, and staking are all common practices after a storm. Tips on the proper technique for treating storm-damaged trees can help whether the tree lost some bark, a limb or is uprooted.
"Growing Together" columnist Don Kinzler reminds readers of things like the best height to mow the lawn and what to do if a late spring frost threatens a garden.
Northern Minnesota trees were hit especially hard in 2021 when the area set records in temperature and below average rainfall — and trees will be affected for years to come.
"Fielding Questions" columnist Don Kinzler also answers questions about trying to get potted tulips to rebloom indoors and how to deal with voles eating flowers.
"Growing Together" columnist Don Kinzler says the false spring starts and rapid temperature swings of this time of year can cause issues for non-native trees.
