Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
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We know the importance of winterizing our homes and vehicles as the cold weather approaches, but in order to get through the harsh winter, trees need some extra care, too. The USDA Plant Hardiness Zone map is based on the average annual minimum winter temperature. For North Dakota, the northern tier is Zone 3 (-35 to -30 F) while the southern two-thirds of the state is Zone 4 (-30 to -25 F). Here are some cold weather tips for trees: 1. Focus on younger trees. With less extensive root s...
Editor's Note: This article is the third in a series on storm response and recovery efforts One of the sure signs of autumn is colorful fall foliage in the landscape as woody plants prepare for winter. Here are some things that can be done to help prepare your trees for the long season ahead: 1. PLANT. Yes, fall is a great time to plant trees. Cooler temperatures enable plants to acclimate to a new home without the stress of high air and soil temperatures. While selection at nurseries may be...
Editor’s Note: This is the second in a series on storm recovery efforts. As we enter a small community like New Rockford, the trees we see affect our immediate perception of that community. Trees create a sense of place. Last fall, city leaders proudly highlighted the city when New Rockford hosted Governor Doug Burgum for a community visit. We learned about the governor’s Main Street Initiative and one of its three pillars: building healthy, vibrant communities. Trees provide a visible framework of a healthy, vibrant community. In time, man...
Gerri Makay, Community Forestry Program Manager, ND Forest Service. This article is the first of a series on Storm Response and Recovery efforts as related to the loss and damage of trees in New Rockford. While the communities of New Rockford and Sheyenne continue to recover from the July 8 storm that struck the area a few weeks ago, we feel blessed that no one was seriously hurt. We can repair buildings. We can replace vehicles. However, it will take years to replace the trees that were...
