#TreesAreKey – it’s a basic truth. Trees aren’t the only key but they are so important that they deserve better understanding and care. Listen this week as we look back over the last 6 seasons in our final episode. Species SpotlightThis week

Keys to Urban Forestry

Apr 8th, 2021 13m 52s

#TreesAreKey to healthier, happier and safer communities. They make our cities and towns not only livable, but survivable. Tune in as we explore "Keys to Urban Forestry". Species SpotlightThis week's tree is a Texas native that grows up to 7

Keys to Climate Change

Apr 1st, 2021 11m 18s

Join us in this week's #TreesAreKey episode as we explore why trees are key for addressing climate change. This week's #SpeciesSpotlight is a Texas native typically seen in East Texas, west to Austin and Dallas. Tune in as we discuss the East

Equity is Key

Mar 25th, 2021 11m 55s

Last year really brought to surface that #HealthyTreesHealthyLives is not a minor or aesthetic issue - but one of quality and quantity of life. Join us this week as we explore why "Equity is Key". Species SpotlightThis week's species spotlig

Succession Is Key

Mar 18th, 2021 13m 5s

We deal with succession in leadership and our organizations just as we do in our forests and landscapes. Every natural (or unnatural) disaster can ‘reset’ succession, and the landscape starts marching through the steps of moving to it’s climax

Branch Attachements Are Key

Mar 11th, 2021 13m 56s

Recent storms have reinforced our understanding of the importance of branch attachments. Please join us this week as we explore how “Branch Attachments Are Key”.Species SpotlightListen to this week's episode to learn more about a great, deci

Questions Are Key

Mar 4th, 2021 12m 54s

“If I had an hour to solve a problem and my life depended on the solution, I would spend the first 55 minutes determining the proper question to ask… for once I know the proper question, I could solve the problem in less than five minutes” - Al

Patience is Key

Feb 25th, 2021 10m 35s

After last week's storm, it may be hard to sit around and do nothing, but more often than not, patience is key. Listen to this episode of #TreesAreKey to learn more about why you should be patient and take time before doing anything drastic wit

Keys to Winter Damage

Feb 18th, 2021 11m 6s

We interrupt our scheduled topic to address what many of us are dealing with particularly across Texas and the South. This historic winter storm has and will affect our trees. Listen to learn more about how to care for our trees during this cri

Prescriptions Are Key

Feb 12th, 2021 11m 34s

Join us this week as we explore how “Prescriptions Are Key.” From bespoke fertilization and plant health care plans to pruning specifications, our prescriptions are key to efficient and effective tree care.Species SpotlightThis week's tree c

Fitness is Key

Feb 4th, 2021 11m 32s

Recently, we talked about how “Leveling Up is Key” and one way to do that is to improve your fitness. Join us this week as we discuss how “Fitness is Key” in arboriculture and forestry.Species SpotlightChinkapin oak, Quercus muehlenbergii, i

The Commons Are Key

Jan 28th, 2021 11m 25s

We're in a new year, but still dealing with many of the same challenges 2020 brought. One result being a break down in the commons. Join this week as we explore why “The Commons Are Key.” Species SpotlightThis week's tree does well in moist

Keys to Leveling Up

Jan 21st, 2021 12m 29s

Join us this week as we discuss how to keep progressing in the game of life. That’s right, we’re discussing personal and professional development in episode 300 “Keys to Leveling Up.”Species SpotlightThis week's tree is a small flowering tre

Keys to Forest Health

Jan 14th, 2021 12m 8s

Trees are KeyPests, disease, invasive species, fragmentation can all affect Forest Health. Join us this week as we discuss the “Keys to Forest Health” and what you can do to help.Species SpotlightThis week's tree is very popular. Not only i

Transitions Are Key

Jan 7th, 2021 9m 44s

We hope you were able to look back on 2020 and prepare for the transition to 2021 over the holiday. Join us this week as we talk about planning for change in “Transitions Are Key”.Species Spotlight This week's tree is one of my favorites bec

Rumination is Key

Dec 31st, 2020 15m 59s

2020 has been quite the year. Who else is ready for 2021? Let’s not jump ahead too quick. Join us this week as we wrap up 2020 by ruminating on some of the lessons we’ve covered this year in “Rumination is Key”.

Keys to Trees and Lighting

Dec 24th, 2020 12m 5s

Light can have an impact on our trees including security lights, Christmas lights and landscape lighting. Do you need to worry about how they will affect your trees? Listen to “Keys to Trees and Lighting” to learn more.Species SpotlightThis

Keys to Crew Cohesion

Dec 17th, 2020 13m 2s

We’ve talked about how “Your Crew Is Key” and about “Keys to Being a Crew Leader”. This week, join us as we talk about “Keys to Crew Cohesion”.Species Spotlight -This week's tree is much maligned, but it is a tough, Texas native that does we

Keys to Christmas Lights

Dec 10th, 2020 14m 16s

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Join us this week as we explore the history of Christmas lights and how to safely use them in decorating this year in “Keys to Christmas Lights”.Species SpotlightListen to this week's #TreesAreKe

Crew Leaders Are Key

Dec 3rd, 2020 12m 23s

We recently talked about how ‘Crews Are Key’, join us this week as we discuss how 'Crew Leaders Are Key' and what we can do to improve as a crew leader.Species SpotlightThis week's tree could make a great living Christmas tree in many area's

Trees Are Key for Holidays

Nov 26th, 2020 12m 42s

This week really kicks off the holiday season and we can certainly use it this year. Join us as we explore how “Trees Are Key for Holidays”. Species spotlightThis common evergreen can be seen as a weed, but it's also an important landscape s

Crews Are Key

Nov 19th, 2020 11m 27s

Do you have a crew? A go-to team to lean on when you have a job that has to be done right? Join us this week as we talk about why "Crews Are Key” and how to improve them.Species SpotlightThis week's tree can be beautiful in the fall. Winged

Recognition is Key

Nov 12th, 2020 13m 43s

Know an individual, program or organization that is doing a really great job in your field? In Arboriculture and Community Forestry, we have award programs to recognize these accomplishments. Join us this week to learn about the Texas Community

Keys to Celebrating Arbor Day

Nov 5th, 2020 9m 27s

It feels like fall and we’ve officially entered prime tree planting season. It’s also time to celebrate #TexasArborDay! Learn how we're celebrating this year in “Keys to Celebrating Arbor Day”.Species SpotlightThis week's tree is a fast grow

Is GOST Key?

Oct 29th, 2020 9m 35s

Join us this week to find out “Is GOST Key?" I know, this time of year, you may think of G H O S T, but I’m actually referring to a planning/writing model that will help you organize and produce a plan by establishing Goals, Objectives, Strateg