Resources

What About Fall Planting?

Published on July 1, 2021
In this article, Dr. Bert Cregg consider some of the pros and cons of spring planting in the Great Lakes region and discusses some practical considerations for growers interested in fall planting.
Weed Biology & Management Series for Christmas Tree Production: Field Bindweed

Published on May 1, 2021
Biology and Management of Field Bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis) in Christmas Tree Production.
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.
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.
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.