Endless array of colorful blooms

We are certainly blessed with the large number of flowering trees that are able to thrive in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts. This very special situation, aided by geography and moderating weather patterns, has made it possible for us to experience an almost endless array of colorful blooms from late-February to mid-October. That's a remarkable stretch of time that amazingly covers all four seasons of the year.

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Planting

Should you decide to plant, make sure the root balls, either containerized or balled and burlaped of the new specimens are well watered before they are installed. Here's a simple tip. Place the plants in a water filled pool or large bucket and let soak for about 4 hours, remove the plants from the pool and let stand long enough until the excess water drains away, after which time they can be planted. Following installation, immediately mulch the plants then, water until run-off. For the first week, water daily applying 15 gallons of water each time, three- 5 gallon buckets. Starting in week 2 and lasting until November 1st, apply the same amount but reduce the frequency of watering to three times per week. The rule is to NEVER allow installed plants to go longer than 5 days without water during the first year.

An important message from the USDA

An important message from The Rhode Island Tree Council

USDA Volunteer Forest Pest Survey

America’s trees are under attack. Help us track down the killer beetles.

The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) beetle and Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB) have destroyed millions of trees throughout the United States. The USDA and The Rhode Island Tree Council are partnering to ask members of The Rhode Island Tree Council to participate in the Volunteer EAB/ALB Forest Pest Survey. We need your help to determine if these damaging forest pests are in your community.