Trees – Shade and So Much More!

Orchards, Wildlife Habitat, Windbreak, Soil Erosion Prevention, Carbon Sequestration, Temperature Modification

From creating a sense of place to providing agroforestry opportunities, trees bring significant value to Nebraska farms and landscapes. Trees block the wind, protect riparian areas, prevent soil erosion, provide fruits and nuts, filter noise and provide habitat for wildlife.

Your Extension experts are here to answer your questions about trees! From tree health to pruning, and from selecting the right tree for your property to how to plant it and get it off to a great start.

Online Resources

byf.unl.edu
Your resource for tree, lawn, landscape, vegetable, fruit, and pest information.

communityenvironment.unl.edu
Your resource for horticulture, Extension Master Gardeners, acreages and more.

Weather Ready Landscapes
Designed to help home and business owners manage their landscapes for adverse weather and climate events.

Plant Nebraska
Your source for tree selection recommendations for Nebraska.

Nebraska Forest Service
Resources from the Nebraska Forest Service.