10 Essential Tips for Planting Under Trees in the Pacific Northwest
TOP 10 TIPS for PLANTING UNDER TREES IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST In the lush landscapes of the Pacific Northwest,…
What Distance Should Trees Be from Your Home?
Aside from avoiding legal issues and potential damage to your home, proper tree distance from your home can enhance your property’s aesthetic and even increase its value.
When planting new trees or assessing current ones, consider the full-grown size of the tree
Support the Protection of Stanley Park
On September 16 at 10:00 AM, an important injunction hearing regarding logging in Stanley Park will take place at the Vancouver Courthouse (800 Smythe Street).
Tapping into the therapeutic benefits of forest bathing
Did you know that high stress levels can compromise your immune system? By reducing these levels, your body’s natural defence system is able to work its magic.
Finding native trees and plants for your yard
Why should we embrace native species? Scientists and environmentalists advise us to see plants in the context of ecosystems,…
How to make your yard bird-friendly
Help birds suffering from climate change and habitat loss with dozens of tips from Audubon. The secret to success…
Surprise trees in the Sahara Desert
Satellite imagery has become the biggest tool for counting the world’s trees. A recent survey showed that a part…
Hugging the Arbutus tree
Botanist Diana Beresford-Kroeger recommends that people living on the West Coast “should hug the broad-leafed and cinnamon-coloured Arbutus tree…
How much is your tree worth?
A single tree featured in a home yard has a higher dollar value than a tree in the middle…