Forestry Articles
'Hero for the Planet' to Speak on Shared Responsibility for a Sustainable World
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LINCOLN, Neb. — Peter H. Raven, internationally honored plant scientist and leader in conservation and sustainable development, will be in Lincoln Oct. 10 to help celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum.
Manageable Landscapes Topic of Workshops
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LINCOLN, Neb. — Several landscape management workshops have been scheduled for this fall. The workshops are aimed at creating and managing landscapes that are beautiful, functional and more sustainable.
Outside Play Helps Children Learn and Grow
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Play is an essential activity of children. Research shows that nature play provides opportunities for creativity, expression, social interaction and imagination and improves cognitive functioning, critical thinking and self-esteem. However, with television, computers, video games, organized activities and continuous fears of "stranger danger," kids spend most of their time indoors. Recent studies have linked an increase in childhood obesity, Attention Deficit Disorder symptoms and childhood depression to this phenomenon and shown that time in nature can actually relieve some of these symptoms.
Emerald Ash Borer Detected in Missouri, Wisconsin
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LINCOLN, Neb. — Emerald ash borer is one step closer to Nebraska as state forestry experts confirm it in both Missouri and Wisconsin.
An Elegant Prairie Grass for Formal Landscapes
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Prairie dropseed, Sporobolus heterolepis, is one of the most elegant prairie grasses for the landscape, and also one of the most dependable. It has a graceful, weeping habit and shiny, ribbon-like leaves. The common name refers to the teardrop shape of the seed.
Getting Buggy about Summer
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When it comes to insects and spiders (arthropods) in the landscape, many people tend to think of little critters that cause problems and that we wish would go away. We think of stings, itchy bites, damage to plants/vegetables and the sheer creepiness of so many species. That's too bad, because the vast majority of arthropods are either benign or are actually very beneficial to the world around us. It's easy to enjoy butterflies, with their colorful wings and fluttering movements. We also should learn to enjoy many of the other arthropods in the garden. A few that are worth a closer look include:
Tree Planting and Landscape Grant Funds Available
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LINCOLN, Neb. — Trees for Nebraska Towns provides nearly $300,000 in grant funding to help with tree-planting and associated landscaping in communities across Nebraska.
Bush Type Clematis: A Garden Treasure
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Clematis is often called "queen of the vines," and for good reason. There's not another perennial vine that offers as much versatility in both form and color. Clematis (KLEM-a-tis) is a member of the ranunculaceae (buttercup) family. One recent classification recognized 297 species of clematis, not to mention the numerous garden hybrids.
Community Forestry, Tree City USA Awards and Heritage Tree Recipients Announced
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LINCOLN, Neb. — Communities and individuals across Nebraska were recognized for their work with tree resources during the Nebraska Community Tree Conference and Tree City USA ceremony last month.
Nebraska Forest Service Announces Grant Recipients
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LINCOLN, Neb. — The Nebraska Forest Service is awarding Volunteer Fire Assistance grants worth $218,110 to 92 Nebraska communities.