Comments on: Mast Producing Trees and Shrubs Native To North America

By: Planting a Native Hedgerow | Mast Tree Network

Planting a Native Hedgerow | Mast Tree Network — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 12:47:37 +0000

[...] include a mix of several different species each of trees, shrubs, grasses, and flowering plants. Native mast-producing trees and shrubs are an especially valuable addition to wildlife hedgerows, because they provide both food and [...]

By: Fight Poverty With Mast-Producing Trees | Mast Tree Network

Fight Poverty With Mast-Producing Trees | Mast Tree Network — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 19:59:44 +0000

[...] for Afghanistan, the Fruit Tree Planting Foundation, and City Fruit are just a few of the ways mast-producing trees can be used to fight poverty and hunger. Here are some ways you can [...]

By: Improving Quail Habitat | Mast Tree Network

Improving Quail Habitat | Mast Tree Network — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 15:29:59 +0000

[...] of the easiest ways to improve quail habitat on your property is to plant a native hedgerow mixing mast-producing shrubs, native grasses, and forbs, especially legumes. Hedgerows are particularly useful to connect [...]

By: Major Forest Cover Types of the United States

Major Forest Cover Types of the United States — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 17:57:17 +0000

[...] deciding what species of native mast-producing tree or shrub to plant, it is helpful to have an understanding of the type of forest ecosystem native to your [...]

By: The Best Non-Native Mast-Producing Trees and Shrubs

The Best Non-Native Mast-Producing Trees and Shrubs — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 16:43:15 +0000

[...] native mast-producing trees provide the most benefits for wildlife and the local environment, many non-native mast-producing [...]

By: Using Mast-Producing Trees in Riparian Buffer Zones

Using Mast-Producing Trees in Riparian Buffer Zones — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 13:33:28 +0000

[...] next two or three rows should consist of slower growing, mast producing hardwoods such as oaks, walnuts, and hickories. These trees provide food and shelter for wildlife, and can be [...]

By: Feeding Birds With Summer-Fruiting Shrubs

Feeding Birds With Summer-Fruiting Shrubs — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 17:38:17 +0000

[...] but you can continue to attract birds to your yard throughout the summer months with the help of mast-producing trees and shrubs. Many species of birds enjoy a delicious fruit snack, including both backyard favorites such as [...]

By: Edible Mast

Edible Mast — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 20:34:47 +0000

[...] Mast producing trees and shrubs are most often valued for their beauty and wildlife uses, but many types of hard and soft mast are also edible by humans. Among the most popular native edible fruits and nuts are: [...]

By: How To Save Money on Energy Bills With Trees and Shrubs

How To Save Money on Energy Bills With Trees and Shrubs — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:35:05 +0000

[...] mast-producing trees and shrubs in the home landscape can lower your heating and cooling bills by up to [...]

By: The American Chestnut: Resurrection of an American Classic

The American Chestnut: Resurrection of an American Classic — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:50:43 +0000

[...] primary source of chestnuts in the United States and they can be a useful addition to a stand of native mast-producing trees. It may also be possible to become a cooperating grower of pure or hybrid American Chestnuts. [...]