Resources

Alternative Approaches to Leader Control

Published on May 1, 2021
Over the years growers and researchers have trialed numerous techniques to shape trees. Here are a few methods that we’ve seen over the years that may inspire additional innovation.
Understanding your Chemical Sprayer

Published on May 1, 2021
Spray-and-pray? This article reviews how sprayers work and what you can reasonably expect from them.
Site Characteristics and Christmas Tree Planting - Part One

Published on May 1, 2021
An examination of characteristics which influence the favorability or productivity of a given site will be identified and explored.
You Want to Add Something New to Your Christmas Tree Farm. What’s Next?

Published on January 1, 2021
Dr. Trey Malone and Aaron Staples discuss three key considerations for developing revenue streams that might be complementary to your Christmas tree business.
Regulatory Considerations for Holiday Greenery

Published on January 1, 2021
How to prepare for the arrival of the next potential invasive pests and how to deal with those that are already here.
Is There Still a Place for Scotch pine?

Published on January 1, 2021
In this article, Dr. Cregg discusses some of the benefits and tips for growing Scotch pine.
Weed Biology & Management Series for Christmas Tree Production: Ragweed

Published on January 1, 2021
Biology and Management of Common Ragweed (Ambrosia artemisiifolia L.) in Christmas Tree Production.
A Mobile Guide for Weed Identification in Nurseries and Landscapes

Published on December 10, 2020
This guide is available as a downloadable PDF that can be easily viewed on your mobile device and includes links that allow you to jump to certain pages of the guide.
Is there a role for mulch in Christmas tree plantations?

Published on September 30, 2020
In this article, Dr. Cregg discusses some of the positive aspects of mulch as well as some of the potential negative impacts of mulch in Christmas trees.
Adapting Tree Shopping for a Safer Holiday

Published on September 30, 2020
With the pandemic continuing its up and down cycles, fresh-cut Christmas tree retailers should prepare their businesses in several ways for the new shopping reality this season.