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Washington’s wild berry picking season is here, but some fruit is toxic
The baneberry has red and white varietals, both considered poisonous. Red baneberries are more common in Washington state.
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State crews remove trees in Washington County to slow spread of emerald ash borer - OPB - Oregon Public Broadcasting
This undated photo shows the side view of an adult emerald ash borer. The invasive beetle is native to Asia and has killed more than 100 million ash trees in the U.S. since its arrival in 2002.
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How climate change could affect which trees grow near you - Washington Post
In Washington, D.C., cabbage palmettos — the state tree of Florida and South Carolina — could thrive, while Fraser firs — popular as Christmas trees — could die out.
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Japan Gives Washington 250 Cherry Trees as Replacements
Japan is giving the United States 250 cherry trees to replace more than 100 that will be torn up during construction around the Tidal Basin in Washington, the Japanese prime minister, Fumio ...
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When climate change came to my neighborhood - The Washington Post
Mike Tidwell is the author of the forthcoming “The Lost Trees of Willow Avenue: A Story of Climate and Hope on One American Street.” Welcome to my neighborhood, the 7100 block of Willow Avenue ...
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Washington's weirdest and most wonderful trees
Look to the trees of Washington state for history taken root, and stories reaching skyward. RELATED: Olympia's Moon Tree just had triplets KING 5's Evening celebrates the Northwest.
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Fallen trees used to improve salmon habitat at Lake Sammamish State Park
The project, in partnership with the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission, will rehabilitate 4,600 feet of ...
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For brilliant foliage, look no further than native trees - Washington Times
If you’re in the market for new trees, consider planting natives. They are generally lower maintenance than exotic species, require less water, fertilizers and pesticides, and often cost less, too.
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See pictures of cherry blossom trees in peak bloom in Washington, D.C.
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. memorial surrounded by cherry blossom trees as the cherry blossoms hit peak bloom on March 28, 2025, in Washington, D.C. Shannon Finney / WireImage Cherry ...
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Washington Forest Health Report Reveals 545,000 Acres of Dead or Damaged Trees
Aerial surveys find 545,000 acres of damaged trees in Washington, marking an increase from the previous year and underscoring ...
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In Ohio, drought and shifting weather patterns affect North America’s largest native fruit - Washington Times
WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, Ohio — Stubborn drought in Ohio and the shifting weather patterns influenced by climate change appear to be affecting North America’s largest native fruit: the pawpaw.
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On a mission: Washington High School students plant trees, address erosion control at city park
As the soundtrack from “Guardians of the Galaxy” blasted from a portable speaker, about 20 Washington High School students – armed with shovels, wheelbarrows and saplings – fanned out on the hillside ...