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Benefits of Trees The Morton Arboretum

WEBOver the past 30 years, science has demonstrated how trees provide many concrete benefits for people, society, and the environment. Numerous scientific studies have shown that trees promote health and well‐being by reducing air pollution, encouraging physical activity, enhancing mental health, promoting social ties, and even strengthening the …

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Plant Health Care Report The Morton Arboretum

WEBGet expert help by visiting, calling, or to the Arboretum’s Plant Clinic during . The Plant Health Care Report from The Morton Arboretum provides up-to-date disease and insect pest reports for northeastern Illinois, as well as a table of accumulated growing degree days (GDD) throughout Illinois, precipitation, weather, and plant phenology

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Plant Clinic The Morton Arboretum

WEBPlant Care Resources. Feedback Survey. The Morton Arboretum’s Plant Clinic is a leading source of science-based advice about trees, plants, and landscapes, helping gardeners and landscape professionals throughout the Chicago region and the world have healthy, attractive, well-chosen plants.

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Rooted in Science: The Health Benefits of Trees

WEBYour support is vital to the Arboretum, where the power of trees makes a positive impact on people’s lives. This class from The Morton Arboretum will introduce you to the health benefits of trees. Research studies show links between trees and lowering stress levels, improving blood pressure, shortening hospital stays, and even feeling younger!

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The Benefits of Trees The Morton Arboretum

WEBTo plant and protect trees for a greener, healthier, and more beautiful world

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Plant And Protect The Morton Arboretum

WEBFind profiles for hundreds of trees, shrubs, and other plants for descriptions and details that can help you make knowledgeable choices to plan and maintain your home, garden, or community landscape. The Arboretum has the expertise and advice to help you beautify your home landscape, improve your community, and advocate for trees.

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Tree and Plant Care The Morton Arboretum

WEBThe Morton Arboretum is a leading source of science-based advice about trees, plants, and landscapes. The Morton Arboretum’s Plant Clinic helps homeowners, gardeners, and landscape professionals have healthy, attractive, well-chosen plants. Trained staff and volunteers are available by phone at (630) 719-2424 and by e-mail at plantclinic

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Heath aster The Morton Arboretum

WEBFamily (English) Aster Family (botanic) Asteraceae Tree or plant type Perennial; Native locale Chicago area, Illinois, North America; Size range Medium plant (12-24 inches), Large plant (more than 24 inches); Light exposure Full sun (6 hrs direct light daily), Partial sun / shade (4-6 hrs light daily); Hardiness zones Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5 (Northern Illinois), …

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Center for Tree Science The Morton Arboretum

WEBThe Morton Arboretum is a world-renowned scientific leader developing far-reaching solutions in tree science and research. The Center for Tree Science is the hub for this important work. The Center for Tree Science’s team of more than 30 scientists collaborate with colleagues around the world, contributing scientific knowledge and technical

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Research Projects The Morton Arboretum

WEBThe Morton Arboretum is a scientific powerhouse, building knowledge and spurring action to sustain trees. Arboretum scientists conduct research to address the key challenges facing trees. Scientific knowledge translates to technical expertise and action, ensuring trees thrive long into the future. Research projects encompass questions about

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Stephanie M. Adams, PhD The Morton Arboretum

WEBStephanie Adams draws on her expertise in botany and forest conservation in her role as the Arboretum’s Plant Health Care Leader. Stephanie has devoted her career to developing a deep understanding of plant health and plant protection across the fields of arboriculture, urban forestry, and horticulture.

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Arboretum Yoga The Morton Arboretum

WEBYour support is vital to the Arboretum, where the power of trees makes a positive impact on people’s lives. Make a gift. Improve your health and well-being with this yoga class at The Morton Arboretum. Participants will practice poses, breathing, and meditation while connecting to nature in the tranquil setting of the Arboretum's historic

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Caring for New Transplants The Morton Arboretum

WEBMulch. Mulch is another important element in good plant health-care maintenance. Apply a 3- to-4-inch layer of organic composted mulch (wood chips, leaves, or pine bark) extending from the base of the plant out past the drip line (end of the branches).

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Black Walnut Toxicity Black Walnut Toxicity

WEBFind more information and trees and plants tolerant of black walnut toxicity. Black walnuts produce a chemical called juglone, which occurs naturally in all parts of the tree, especially in the buds, nut hulls, and roots. The leaves and stems contain smaller quantities of juglone, which is leached into the soil after they fall.

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Cockspur hawthorn The Morton Arboretum

WEBYour support is vital to the Arboretum, where the power of trees makes a positive impact on people’s lives. Make a gift. To plant and protect trees for a greener, healthier, and more beautiful world.

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Scouting Report of The Morton Arboretum

WEB1 Plant Health Care Report Sept 24, 2021 Issue 2021.13 _____ For comments regarding PHCR, or to subscribe to email alerts regarding posting of new issues, contact

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Decline in Trees and Shrubs The Morton Arboretum

WEBOverview. Stress Factors. Preventing Tree Decline. Treating Trees in Decline. Have tree and plant questions? Get expert help by visiting, calling, or to the Arboretum’s Plant Clinic during . Email: Phone: To plant and protect trees for …

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Spruce Diseases The Morton Arboretum

WEBCytospora canker, caused by the fungus Cytospora kunzei (also known as Valsa kunzei var. piceae), is the most prevalent and destructive fungal disease of Norway and Colorado blue spruce.Occasionally, Cytospora canker is found on Douglas-fir, hemlock, and larch. Susceptibility varies widely among species, but generally trees under stress or growing …

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Aphids The Morton Arboretum

WEBAn aphid feeds on its host plant by inserting its beak-like mouthparts into plant tissue and sucking out sap. Aphids are often found in groups clustered on the new buds, stems, and young leaves or shoots and the feeding of these groups can cause decline in …

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