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July 2016

By Peter Szymczak — Posted July 1, 2016

In addition to the brilliant red color of their leaves, Autumn Blaze maples are fast growers, gaining 3–5 feet in height each year. Photo courtesy of Sester Farms

One of the country’s most successful shade trees, red maples (Acer rubrum) have been a key commodity in Oregon for fine decades — and counting. Download a PDF of this article

Other stories in the July 2016 issue include:

  • Our nation’s capital: OAN President Leigh Geschwill reflects on her recent trip to D.C. Download a PDF of this article
  • A feast for the senses: The 2016 Farwest Show is set to serve up a bounty ‘Nursery Country’ experiences. Download a PDF of this article

  • A life far from ordinary: Green industry icon Ernest Wertheim shares stories from his memoir, Chasing Spring, and wisdom gained from his vast career in landscape architecture. Download a PDF of this article

  • Hello, goodbye: Amidst a constant stream of new introductions, growers must constantly evaluate their plant lineups.

  • Low-maintenance ground covers for Oregon schools: OSU researchers investigate which plants create the healthiest environment for school communities. Download a PDF of this article

  • Freedom, liberty and an occasional hot dog: The Fourth of July is a day to honor our Founding Fathers and enjoy some fun in the sun. Download a PDF of this article

You can read this month’s complete flipbook edition of Digger (Flash required; fast connection recommended). Send comments on the issue to editor Curt Kipp at ckipp@oan.org.

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