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2019

Trees

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Hazardous Fuels Reduction Using Flame Cap Biochar Kilns, Darren Mcavoy, Megan Dettenmaier Nov 2019

Hazardous Fuels Reduction Using Flame Cap Biochar Kilns, Darren Mcavoy, Megan Dettenmaier

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This fact sheet describes a do-it-yourself technique for making small-batch biochar. The Utah Biomass Resources Group has demonstrated this method for reducing hazardous forest fuels, protects soils, and creates biochar using simple, low-cost materials.


Chitalpa Tashkentensis, Rick Heflebower Nov 2019

Chitalpa Tashkentensis, Rick Heflebower

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This fact sheet describes the Chitalpa tree, a small to medium shade tree that grows well n warmer climates of the Intermountain West, including extreme Southern Utah. It includes its origin, growing concerns, and advice for homeowners and plant industry workers.


Transitioning Trees From Traditional To Low-Water Landscapes, Kathryn Johnson, Larry Rupp Oct 2019

Transitioning Trees From Traditional To Low-Water Landscapes, Kathryn Johnson, Larry Rupp

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This fact sheet provides information on transitioning a traditional landscape to a water-conserving landscape without damaging trees.


Identifying And Preventing Porcupine Damage To Trees, Michael R. Kuhns, Megan Dettenmaier, Jessica Tegt Jan 2019

Identifying And Preventing Porcupine Damage To Trees, Michael R. Kuhns, Megan Dettenmaier, Jessica Tegt

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This fact sheet describes the basic ecology and behavior of the porcupine and identifies ways to determine if porcupines are damaging trees on your property. We explain specific techniques for protecting trees and property from porcupine damage.


Minimizing Regrowth When Removing Russia Olive = Points To Consider, Dennis Worwood, Ron Patterson, Steve Price Jan 2019

Minimizing Regrowth When Removing Russia Olive = Points To Consider, Dennis Worwood, Ron Patterson, Steve Price

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This fact sheet provides the results of a variety of trials conducted to gain a greater understanding of the patterns of Russian olive regrowth and determine management practices that reduce the regrowth potential of mechanically-removed Russian olive.