All About Tree Guards & Shelters (Plus, A Planning Budget)
May 6, 2022Tree protection in the form of guards or shelters keep rodents, deer and other threats at bay while young trees establish themselves.
Pruning Shears Vs. Loppers: What Are The Differences?
March 15, 2022How do pruning shears and pruning loppers differ, and what are their respective strong suits? Let’s dig in and explore their pros and cons.
Do You Need Bypass Or Anvil Pruning Loppers?
March 8, 2022If you’re wondering about the difference between bypass and anvil pruning loppers, let’s explore their advantages and disadvantages.
Tips On Selecting Trees For Your Livestock Pasture
February 7, 2022Thinking about planting trees in your pasture? There are a number of benefits, though also some concerns. Consider these tips when choosing what to plant.
Tree Planting & Care (From “Apples of North America”)
December 29, 2021In this excerpt from “Apples of North America,” Tom Burford (“Professor Apple”) details the correct steps for properly planting a tree.
5 New Year’s Farming Resolutions For 2022
December 28, 2021I’m excited to see what 2022 has in store. To that end, I’m making a list of resolutions for farming projects I intend to tackle during the next 12 months.
How To Keep Healthy Trees
January 18, 2016Like your 401K, your trees are leafy investments that pay dividends. You want to keep them green and growing for years to come.
7 Fast-Growing Shade Trees For Your Pasture
April 15, 2015Green up your farm landscape and give your livestock a place to take cover by planting these shade trees.
Find Beauty in Forest Loss
October 22, 2014The death of a tree, as with the end of the growing season, rejuvenates other life—we just have to open our eyes to see it.
13 Trees, Shrubs and Flowers to Turn a Muddy Yard into a Garden You’ll Love
April 24, 2014If you have a low-lying, poorly drained or waterlogged area in your yard, you can create a bog garden rather than installing a drainage system or filling it in.
