by Mr. Tree, Inc. | Jun 13, 2022 | Tree Types
Not only do trees add more beauty to your yard, but they can add some local small wildlife too. There are many different types of trees that grow well in Oregon that are enjoyed by birds, squirrels, deer, butterflies, and more. If it’s woodpeckers in particular that...
by Mr. Tree, Inc. | Feb 25, 2022 | Tree Types
Your vision of a rainforest might run toward palm trees and tropical birds. You may be surprised, but the definition of a rainforest is actually a little different. Rainforests are characterized by the amount of rainfall they receive in a year. In the Pacific...
by Mr. Tree, Inc. | Feb 14, 2022 | Tree Types
When the Bradford pear tree was first introduced to the United States in the 1960s, it was heralded as a beautiful and easy-to-grow ornamental tree that was expected to make a wonderful addition to urban gardens. Since then, however, the Bradford pear has revealed its...
by Mr. Tree, Inc. | Feb 7, 2022 | Tree Types
What better day is there to plant Portland, Oregon, trees than on Arbor Day? It’s an entire day dedicated to learning about and planting trees. In 2022, Arbor Day falls on Friday, April 29. If you are looking for trees to plant on this day but are not sure which type...
by Mr. Tree, Inc. | Feb 3, 2022 | Tree Types
Planting pretty trees in front of your home can help your yard stand out throughout the year. Trees not only provide shade but also aid in temperature regulation in both summer and winter. They can even cut your heating and cooling costs over time. You can’t just...
by Mr. Tree, Inc. | Jan 28, 2022 | Tree Types
Cedar trees and pine trees are both in the pine family, Pinaceae. Does that mean they’re the same? Not exactly. It’s a little more complicated than that. Most simply, they fall under different branches of the same tree family. Cedar trees fall under the genus Cedrus,...
