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Urban Forestry Career Coach—Tree Planting Specialist
With the demands of climate change, urban forestry is a growth industry. As such, we want to help grow the next generation of urban forestry professionals. Learn about the skills needed to serve as Tree Planting Specialist.
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Urban Forestry Career Coach—Arborist I–IV Positions
Careers in urban forestry are on the rise. We want to help grow the next generation of urban forestry professionals. Learn about the skills needed to serve in Arborist I–IV positions at Urban Forestry.
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Urban Forestry Career Coach—Tree Inspector (Code Compliance)
With the growing effects of climate change on our cities, urban forestry is a growth industry. We want to help grow the next generation of urban forestry professionals. Learn about the skills needed to serve as Tree Inspector (Code Compliance).
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Tilia Trees in Portland, Aphids, and Pesticide Advisory
Tilia is an important tree in Portland’s urban forest. They are adaptable trees that can thrive in a variety of conditions. However, many varieties are susceptible to aphids. There is an Oregon Pesticides Advisory about the use of noenicitinoid insecticides on Tilia trees.
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Western Redcedar Dieback
Researchers in Oregon and Washington are sounding the alarm about Western redcedar decline. There is some hope for the future of Western redcedar in western Oregon. Trees growing in wet areas, northern-facing slopes, and other places with plenty of water show less damage from heat and drought.
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Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month with selected articles about AAPI communities and connecting with the natural world.
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The Historic Flowering Cherries of the Albina Tree Planting Program
Take a stroll in Portland and you will likely see many beautiful flowering cherry trees, particularly in the Albina District - but who can we thank for these spring beauties?
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Trees and Sidewalks - Healthy Roots, Healthy Tree
Information on tree roots and sidewalks.
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Californians in Oregon: How Do Sequoias and Redwoods Do in Portland?
Giant sequoia and coast redwood trees are often found in California. They can also be found growing in Portland's urban forest.
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Tree Physiology Primer – All About Roots!
A brief review of tree parts and how a tree functions.
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12 Broadleaf Evergreen Street Trees You Should Plant
Learn about a selection of trees that keep their leaves all year, and do well in Portland.
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