Trees Are Key

Trees Are Key

By Paul JohnsonEducation
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Trees Are Key episodes

  • History is Key
    Join us for the first episode of season 4 as we explore a little about Arbor Day and Smokey Bear in "History Is Key."
    18 min
  • Key Moments From Our First Three Years
    It’s been three years since we started #TreeAreKey. We’ve covered a lot of ground in that time. Join us this week as we look back at some of the key topics we’ve covered in the first three years including Why Trees Are Key, Keys to Great Barbecue, and how Trees Are Key to Human Health.
    This is the last episode of season 3 of Trees Are Key. Next week we will start season 4.
    There's no species spotlight this week.
    20 min
  • Key Web Apps
    We’ve talked about native phone apps a few weeks ago, but there are many web apps that can be used for forestry and arboriculture. Join us this week as we explore “Key Web Apps” for forestry and arboriculture.
    Species Spotlight
    Listen this week to learn about a fast growing, potentially long lived tree that does well in many areas of Texas. Mexican Sycamore, Platanus mexicana, is an impressive, beautiful and large shade tree.
    13 min
  • Keys To Prescribed Fire
    Recently, we talked about how Fire Is Key for trees and forests and that wildfire is often destructive. There are many cases where fire is a valuable management tool. How can we harness the power of fire for good? Join us this week as we discuss the “Keys to Prescribed Fire.”
    Species Spotlight
    Eastern redcedar, Juniperus virginiana, is a tough, evergreen Texas native that can come in many different shapes, sizes, and colors. Listen to this week's #TreesAreKey to learn more.
    13 min
  • Phenology Is Key
    Phenology Is Key
    Recently, we talked about spring tree care and mentioned a term you may not be familiar with. Phenology is the study of cyclic and seasonal natural phenomena. When do ash trees start to leaf out, when are the cherry blossoms at their peak in Washington DC? Join us this week as we explore why “Phenology Is Key”
    Species Spotlight
    This week's tree is beautiful and currently blooming in my yard in Central Texas. Carolina Laurelcherry, Prunus caroliniana, is a small native evergreen that fits in many yards.
    14 min
  • Fire Is Key
    Fire Is Key
    Destructive wildfires get lots of attention, rightfully so, but fire is a natural and important component in many ecosystems. Join us this week as we explore how “Fire is Key”.
    Species Spotlight
    Listen to this week's #TreesAreKey to learn more about a fascinating evergreen Texas native that depends on fire: Longleaf Pine, Pinus palustris
    13 min
  • Keys to Spring Tree Care
    Keys to Spring Tree Care
    The redbuds and plums are in bloom and that means that spring has sprung across much of Texas. It’s your last chance to plant during prime planting season, mulch may need to be renewed and there are some trees that you should avoid pruning this time of year. Join us this week as we talk about the “Keys to Spring Tree Care”
    Species Spotlight
    Listen this week to learn more about a useful oak. Swamp Chestnut Oak, Quercus michauxii, is a large beautiful tree native to East Texas.
    10 min
  • Apps Are Key
    Apps Are Key
    It’s an exciting time for trees, forestry and arboriculture and part of it has to do with the increase in available technology. We touched on this a little in episode 115 “The Future is Key” and we’ll talk about other technology in a future podcast, but join us this week as we explore how Apps Are Key. There are some powerful tools you can carry on that computer in your pocket.
    Species Spotlight
    Listen this week to learn more about a beautiful, spring blooming trees that may be just right for that hot, dry spot in your yard. Mexican Redbud, Cercis canadensis var. mexicana, is a wonderful small tree.
    12 min
  • Specifications Are Key
    Specifications Are Key
    There is a new ANSI A300 Pruning Standard and you should be familiar with the changes. We’ve seen many ordinances, management plans, and requests for proposals state that all work should be done according to ANSI A300 standards… except standards aren’t specifications. It is possible to top a tree and be within A300 standards. Join us this week as we talk about how to create specifications using the standards. That’s this week on Specifications Are Key.
    Species Spotlight
    This week's tree is one of my favorites and just coming into bloom across parts of Texas. Eastern redbud, Cercis canadensis var. canadensis, is a beautiful small, spring blooming tree. Listen this week to learn more about it.
    14 min
  • Creativity is Key
    Creativity is Key
    Last week’s topic is a great example of creativity in tree care. Moving large trees is an art as well as a science and it takes creativity to solve unique challenges. Join us next week as we explore the world of creativity and how it is key to a better future for our trees and forests.
    Species Spotlight
    This week’s tree is an invasive, exotic tree that shouldn’t be planted, but you should recognize it. Chinese tallow, Triadica sebifera, is common across south and east Texas. Listen to learn more about this and why it was brought to Texas.
    15 min

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#TreesAreKey with Paul Johnson helps listeners better understand and care for their trees. Weekly podcasts feature a short lesson and tree of the week, and share upcoming tree-related events around Texas. From planting to pruning, famous to flowering, to soil, sun and shade, and what to do when faced with disaster -- Trees Are Key has you covered.