Trees Are Key

Trees Are Key

By Paul JohnsonEducation
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Trees Are Key episodes

  • Soil pH is Key
    pH is Key to Trees
    Join us this week as we focus in on an important aspect of soil. That’s right – soil pH is key to the success of our trees. We will talk about what pH is, how it affects our trees and what, if anything, we can do to change it. That’s this week on #TreesAreKey
    Species Spotlight
    Listen this week to learn more about another oak tree that is often referred to as pin oak. Water oak, Quercus nigra, is a deciduous, Texas native.
    12 min
  • Keys to Transplanting Trees
    We are in prime planting season and we are approaching prime transplanting season. Many people want to save a tree from destruction or just want to move it to a better location in the yard. It’s not easy, but it is possible. Join us this week as we talk about the keys to and pitfalls of transplanting trees.
    Species Spotlight
    Join us this week to learn about another Texas native that is susceptible to emerald ash borer. Texas Ash, Fraxinus texensis, is medium-sized tree you may not be familiar with.
    14 min
  • Keys to Compost
    It’s that time of year when we tend to have lots of raw materials to make our own mulch, leaf mold, and compost.
    We’ve talked about mulch extensively in previous episodes and we’ve talked about how to make and use leaf mold (an alternative to compost). Join us this week when we talk about the Keys to Compost and talk about how to make and use this useful soil amendment.
    Species Spotlight
    This week's spotlight is another tree susceptible to emerald ash borer. Green ash, Fraxinus pennsylvanica, which is also known as red ash.
    12 min
  • Ecoregions Are Key
    We’ve talked about how to select a species for your planting location. We have, also discussed many different species that grow around Texas over the last couple of years, but not every species is a good fit in every area.
    Tune in as we talk about ecoregions and how they may influence what we should plant.
    Species Spotlight
    Listen this week to learn more about one of our native trees that is under threat from emerald ash borer. This week's tree is white ash, Fraxinus Americana. You will even learn how to tell it apart from it's close relative green ash.
    14 min
  • Keys to Root Manangement
    Roots are active this time of year across Texas. That makes it a good time to plant trees and fertilize established trees if needed. Root management is often overlooked even though they are the foundation of the tree. Tune in this this week as we discuss the Keys to Root Management.
    16 min
  • Keys to How Many Trees
    We’ve talked a lot about choosing the right species, picking the best tree at the nursery, and how to properly plant a tree but we haven’t talked about how many trees we should plant. Join us this week as we start a conversation about the Keys to How Many Trees.
    Species Spotlight
    Listen to #TreesAreKey this week to learn more about an important tree for birds. Common Hackberry, Celtis occidentalis, grows fast and is a good source of food for our feathered friends.
    13 min
  • Keys to Fall Tree Care
    Keys to Fall Tree Care
    It has started cooling off in Texas and that means Fall has arrived. Join us this week to learn more about what you should be doing for your trees this season.
    Species Spotlight
    Brazilian Bluewood, Condalia hookeri, is a small tree or large shrub that is armed and delicious. Listen to this episode of #TreesAreKey to learn more about this tough Texas native, and why it is called bluewood.
    11 min
  • Keys to Educational Impact
    Keys to Educational Impact
    Education is key to affecting change, yet many of us aren’t great teachers. Join us this week as we explore the keys to maximizing the impact of our educational efforts.
    Species Spotlight
    Blackgum, Nyssa sylvatica, is a beautiful tree this time of year. Listen to this week's #TreesAreKey to learn more about this wonderful tree that can add sweetness to your life.
    14 min
  • Keys to Fall Webworms
    Keys to Fall Webworms
    Our days are getting shorter and our nights are getting longer. Fall webworms are a common pest this time of year, but rarely warrant treatment this late in the season. Join us this week as the #TreesAreKey podcast discusses these little pests and how to distinguish them from eastern tent caterpillars.
    Species Spotlight
    Flameleaf Sumac, Rhus lanceolate, aka Prairie Sumac is a deciduous, Texas native shrub or small tree with a culinary use. Listen to this episode of #TreesAreKey to learn more.
    10 min
  • Keys to Giant Asian Dodder
    “Keys to Giant Asian Dodder”
    We haven’t talked about invasive species much, but there is one in the Houston area that is fascinating. Many invasives are pioneer species that sprout readily in disturbed areas, others just outgrow native species, but this one is an invasive parasite. Listen to this week’s episode of #TreesAreKey to learn more about giant asian dodder.
    Species Spotlight – Invasive Edition
    Chinaberry, Melia azedarach, is a common invasive species across Texas. Listen to this week’s episode to learn how to identify if you have one growing in your yard.
    10 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.