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Hardwood vs. Softwood – What the heck does that even mean?

We get nearly 100 calls a day from members of the community at-large that are curious about the difference between hardwood and softwood. Okay, admittedly, 100 calls a day is an exaggeration. But, we are frequently asked to explain what...

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Posted May 25, 2017 | by ArborPro Tree Experts |in Educational Blog Topics

Meet Douglas Fir: Oregon’s Longtime Friend & Pal

I know, trees aren’t people. But, the Douglas Fir is about as close to human as a tree can get, I mean, being named Doug and all. I bet you didn’t know that the name comes from David Douglas, a Scottish botanist who traveled through Oregon in...

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Posted April 30, 2017 | by ArborPro Tree Experts |in Arborists, Educational Blog Topics

Identifying Trees of the Pacific Northwest – a Dichotomous Key

Some of us aren’t lucky enough to have been girl scouts, boy scouts, or park rangers and the plethora of different trees here in Portland and throughout the Pacific Northwest can be overwhelming. If you are like most, identifying trees is a...

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Posted April 10, 2017 | by ArborPro Tree Experts |in Arborists, Educational Blog Topics

What is Mulch and Do Your Trees Need It?

Mulch is not the latest dance craze, a super fruit from the Amazon or a new men’s hairstyle rivaling the man bun. Rather, mulch is material that is used to protect the roots of trees and shrubs from harsh elements and the risk of damage. And...

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Posted March 30, 2017 | by ArborPro Tree Experts |in Commercial Tree Care, Educational Blog Topics, Tree Care Experts

A Cold & Flu Season Miracle! Pine Needle Tea

After a series of harsh winter storms in Portland, the ground is littered with branches and pine needles. There are so many needles it is like the whole city has been mulched over. Because it’s Portland tradition to re-use anything and...

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Posted February 28, 2017 | by ArborPro Tree Experts |in Not Your Normal Blog Articles

Mother May I? Tree Removal & Permits in Lake Oswego

As children, we were taught to respect authority and ask permission when we wanted or needed something. At home, we had to ask permission to invite a friend over to play. In school, we had to ask for permission to use the restroom or get up to...

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Posted February 14, 2017 | by ArborPro Tree Experts |in Tree Removal Articles, Tree Removal Permits

Tree Charities Worth Giving To

‘Tis the season of giving! The holidays tend to evoke a desire to be charitable. Not only with our loved ones but also toward people and organizations that can truly benefit from a gift. Probably not on the forefront of your mind is...

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Posted December 28, 2016 | by ArborPro Tree Experts |in Educational Blog Topics

Oh Christmas Tree! (If You’re Lucky Enough to Get One)

First, it was avocados. Then, it was tequila…er, more specifically, agave. But Christmas trees? The past few months have been challenging for all types of agriculture. Shortages are showing up in the produce section at the grocery store where...

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Posted December 16, 2016 | by ArborPro Tree Experts |in Not Your Normal Blog Articles

Tree Planting – There’s an App for That!

Need someone to walk your dog? There’s an app for that! Want to learn how to meditate? Yep. There’s an app for that! Trying to decide how to pick out a tree and plant it? Guess what? There’s an app for that too! Imagine you’re scouring the...

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Posted November 30, 2016 | by ArborPro Tree Experts |in Not Your Normal Blog Articles

Deck the Halls with Doug, Doug Fir that is. Christmas is here.

In a matter of days, vacant urban spaces and corners of parking lots will soon come to life. Beneath a garland of glowing lights, a mixed variety of little green trees will be waiting to be purchased by a loving family and taken home to be...

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Posted November 16, 2016 | by ArborPro Tree Experts |in Not Your Normal Blog Articles

Gettin’ Figgy With it! Guide to Oregon Figs

Adam and Eve did. So did Buddha. In fact, there are numerous references in history ranging from Greek mythology to biblical scriptures that suggest that figs and fig trees are sacred. They symbolize abundance, fertility, and modesty which is...

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Posted September 26, 2016 | by ArborPro Tree Experts |in Educational Blog Topics

Did You Hear the One About Swiss Needle Cast?

So, a biologist, an ecologist, and an epidemiologist walked into a forest… sure, a bar would have been fun but in this case, their mission is a bit different. All bad jokes aside, the scientists make up a cooperative team to address growing...

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Posted September 12, 2016 | by ArborPro Tree Experts |in Educational Blog Topics
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