Author Archives: Forest Keeper

Arbor Day 2012

This past Friday, April 27th was Arbor Day. Long before we celebrated Arbor Day, before anyone came up with the term ecology or the idea of an Earth Day, even before most people would have guessed that we should pay … Continue reading

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Horse Chestnut and Red Maple

April has not shown much growth in either the Horsechestnut or the Red Maple, but life is springing up all around these two trees. Continue reading

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Native Plant Species – “You Can Grow That”

Planting native plant species in our gardens and landscapes can greatly benefit the bio-diversity of local ecosystem. Continue reading

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Spring Frost

Dripping in the morning sun, the ice melts off of these cranberries growing in West Barnstable.  But don’t let the sun shine fool you, the air still has a cold bite to it that is only sharpened by the wind.  … Continue reading

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12 Steps to Planting Healthy Trees

Okay, so I know that if your anything like me, when Spring rolls in each year, you thinking about planting. Planting seeds, veggies, bulbs, and hopefully planting trees.  So do you have plans this season to plant any  new trees? Let’s talk … Continue reading

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