Minnesota is lucky to be home to such a diverse collection of trees. Statehood began in 1858, but many of our old-growth forests have been around for even longer. These forests have trees dating back over 200 years, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). These massive and historic trees can even be seen speckled throughout neighborhoods, public parks, and walking trails. Read more
The greater Twin Cities, MN area is home to over 24 varieties of trees. These trees are known for filtering our city’s air, providing shade and shelter, creating beautiful scenery, and so many other wonderful benefits. With 31.5 percent tree canopy coverage in the Twin Cities area, this means that wherever we go, we can experience the many benefits of these trees of all sizes and varieties. Read more
Trees are one of the most important and enjoyable parts of nature. They provide us with oxygen, support wildlife, and form stunning features in our gardens, parks, and neighborhoods. This means that it is incredibly important to care for trees during winter, one of the toughest times of the year in Minnesota. Read more
Blizzards, snow and ice are synonymous with a typical Minnesota winter.
It’s never surprising to turn on the morning or evening news and hear the weather reporter warning viewers about upcoming snowfall or poor weather conditions. The average snowfall per year in the greater Minneapolis, MN area is upwards of 54 inches.
It is common knowledge that we all breathe in oxygen and release carbon dioxide when we exhale, among other gasses. However, have you ever wondered where the oxygen comes from? One source we receive oxygen from is the surrounding trees!
During the warmer months of spring, summer and early fall, Minnesotans are oftentimes found outdoors so they can take advantage of the beautiful weather before the cold winter comes again. Whether homeowners are completing lawn care, thinking about how they need to cut down a couple branches, or wanting to plant another tree, this seems like a great time to do so. The weather is nice, it’s easy to get work done, and it’ll be too cold to do these tasks in winter, right?
Wrong.
There’s nothing quite like a long Minnesota autumn season filled with 60 degree days and multiple trips to the apple orchard. It’s a staple of our season, and one that never gets old.
Whether you’ve been going to an apple orchard for as long as you can remember or you simply reap the benefits of someone else’s trip, you know just how good and crisp a Minnesota-grown apple is. As the apple season comes along, many in the state wait anxiously for the highly coveted Honeycrisp, SweeTango and First Kiss apples to hit the fruit stands and grocery stores.
We all know that trees are important parts of each of our neighborhoods and ecosystems. Yes, they do add shade to your home and they’re a great visual appeal, but trees actually benefit your neighborhood by producing clean air, providing temperature control for your home and creating a habitat for wildlife. These benefits along with many others are in the minds of homeowners throughout your neighborhood, but all homeowners might not see things the same way.
Minnesota has a large reputation for being a rugged, northern state filled with thousands of lakes and millions of trees. Especially in residential areas, trees provide important habitats for various animals, produce oxygen for the environment and provide shade during the hot summer days.
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