Trees
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PublishedSeptember 27, 2020
Drought brings early acorn showers, other tree threats
Early and heavy acorn masting is a sign that trees are stressed this fall and may need some water now to weather the coming winter.
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PublishedJuly 25, 2020
Commentary: Integrated pest management uses science to protect crops, lands
Invasives can be managed in a way that benefits Maine’s environment and saves forests, gardens and green spaces for future generations.
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PublishedJuly 14, 2020
‘Heritage trees’ could be protected in Portland historic districts
The City Council will vote next month on rules that discourage the removal of mature trees on public and private property.
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PublishedMay 21, 2020
South Portland Land Trust to distribute free tree seedlings
The trust has received a donation of 1,000 cedar seedlings, bundled in sets of 10, that will be available for pickup at Mill Creek Park over the next two Saturdays.
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PublishedDecember 24, 2017
Trees can teach us to value a world of connection
Their vast and complex network of reciprocity is right under our noses, even if we don't often notice.
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PublishedSeptember 24, 2017
David Buchanan’s fruitful endeavors at Portersfield Cider
The author, forager and craft cider maker has built a tasting room and planted hundreds of trees at his orchard in Pownal.
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PublishedSeptember 19, 2017
Brewery cheers beloved Yarmouth tree Herbie with new beer
A product of Liquid Riot, the brew honoring what was once the largest American Elm in New England, is a pale ale with citrusy notes.
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PublishedMarch 12, 2017
You know spring has nearly sprung when it’s time to prune trees and shrubs
But avoid the spring bloomers and sap runners.
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PublishedJanuary 22, 2017
When it comes to trees and shrubs, go native
We bid goodbye to a longtime Cooperative Extension horticultural specialist, Lois Berg Stack.
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PublishedDecember 25, 2016
You’re kind of done with that Christmas tree. Now, what to do with it?
What was a beautiful thing just days ago now may feel like a waste dilemma.