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This week’s Tree of the Week is the Goldenrain tree! Goldenrain trees can start to flower as early as June and into late July, which we’re seeing right now. If you’re ready to learn more about this type of tree and the benefits it brings to our urban canopy, keep reading. The Goldenrain tree is native to China and was introduced to the Americas in the 1760s. It’s considered an invasive species in some areas but is ideal for the Front Range as it tolerates our alkaline soils much better than other trees and doesn’t require much moisture. This landscape tree can grow to be about 30 feet and despite its thin trunk, can grow a lush, broad canopy. Since it’s flowering now, you’ll see that it was named for the blooms that appear to pour out of the leaves like golden rain. Benefits of Goldenrain Trees As a blooming tree, the Goldenrain is very good to have in your yard if you want to attract pollinators. Its flowers are considered to be a “nectar haven” for them. And by attractin...

Did you know? Ash trees make up about 15% of Denver’s urban canopy, which is about 1.45 million trees! To keep these ash trees healthy, we need to take precautions against the emerald ash borer. Keep in mind that the emerald ash borer is attracted to stressed ash trees, so routine maintenance is essential to prevent an infestation. An ash tree can become stressed from many variables, such as drought, soil compaction, and root disease. Luckily, there are ways to protect your trees before they attract the emerald ash borer. Ways to Protect Your Ash Tree Protecting your ash tree from EAB requires routine maintenance, just as other trees do to remain healthy. This maintenance can include regular pruning, fertilizing, and watering. We even have a treatment to protect your trees against this invasive pest. The last two are especially important here in Denver, where our soils don’t provide enough nutrients for tree growth. And while water may seem like an easy go-to, trees don’t r...