Comments on: We Need More Trees

By: Linda

Linda — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 23:40:37 +0000

Hi Sock Yi … Being among trees is an experience
that we all have. From daydreaming to total relaxation.

Hi Barbara … I know what you mean! I have a treeless acre and we will be planting trees soon. Have some growing in pots now and hopefully, this year, they will go in the ground.

By: Barbara Swafford

Barbara Swafford — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 09:43:14 +0000

Hi Linda, A couple of years ago we planted some fruit trees in our yard. It's a real joy to watch them grow, and hopefully it won't be long before they bear fruit. The yard looks so different with the trees, versus from when we had none. Barbara Swaffords last blog post..Four Day Open Mic - 8/21 to 8/24/08

By: Sock Yee

Sock Yee — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 09:29:42 +0000

That's why I always miss going back to my hometown at the outskirts of city just to take a deep breath of the fresh air that comes from nearby forest. The kind of mood and feeling are always different when you are surrounded by trees, which help to relax the mind. Sock Yees last blog post..Common mistakes made by aquarium owners

By: Linda

Linda — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 15:14:56 +0000

Hi Heath … You are correct is positioning trees when planting to get the best shade and wind protection.

Hi Wilson … Well, I would have to argue with you a little bit on bamboo. Yes, they grow faster and provide more oxygen but oaks and maples may take longer but have a bigger canopy.

By: wilson

wilson — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 13:55:14 +0000

Yep, more trees mean more oxygen into the air, as we all don't want to buy the bottle oxygen like those people in the Tokyo's supermarkets...lol By the way, it is better to plant the bamboos, as it produce more oxygen than other same size trees did... wilsons last blog post..Have a Brighter and Clearer View With the High Quality Contact Lenses!

By: Heath

Heath — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 13:30:10 +0000

Trees are the easiest way for people to make a difference in the environment. Well positioned trees can help cool in the summer and also help with wind in the winter. And like was said above, get trees that are made for your region. Generally, trees directly east or west of a window give the best summer shade for cooling, but allow winter sun rays to come through.

By: Linda

Linda — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 02:34:59 +0000

Hi Vascabruta … You are absolutely correct. There is nothing like living among lots of trees. The concrete jungle is just that!

By: Vascabruta

Vascabruta — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 22:53:12 +0000

Don't forget that trees make the world more beautiful. I live on a tree lined street and love walking my dog down the street just to wonder at the beauty of it. A concrete jungle just doesn't do it for me. Plant a tree... Vascabrutas last blog post..Continuing the Legacy: Philippe Cousteau Jr.

By: Linda

Linda — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 21:11:13 +0000

Hi Steamboat … Great idea! I just need to plant
trees for a wind break and to create more shade. Got one planted last week.

By: SteamboatEcoBroker

SteamboatEcoBroker — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 18:21:48 +0000

The world can always use more trees especially looking at how many we've taken down to build and consume. One thing to think about is using native trees to your area so you don't end up introducing invasive species or disrupting the natural eco-system. SteamboatEcobroker