Mast Basics Archive

• 2November 6, 2009

  What is Mast?

  Mast is the botanical name for the nuts, seeds, buds, or fruits of trees and shrubs that are eaten by...

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• 4November 6, 2009

  Why Plant Mast-Producing Trees?

  Mast-producing trees provide many benefits for wildlife, for humans, and for the environment. Mast is one of the most important...

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• 10November 6, 2009

  Mast Producing Trees and Shrubs Native To North America

  Native mast-producing trees and shrubs are among the most valuable and multipurpose plants for North American landscapes, producing food, shelter,...

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• 1November 7, 2009

  Why Plant Native Mast-Producing Trees?

  Native mast-producing trees and shrubs are almost always the best choices for wildlife and the environment, because they are well-adapted...

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• 2November 7, 2009

  Managing Woodlots for Mast

  Plant a diversity of species. Different tree species produce mast on different schedules. For example, White Oak (Quercus alba), one...

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• 0November 19, 2009

  Major Forest Cover Types of the United States

  When deciding what species of native mast-producing tree or shrub to plant, it is helpful to have an understanding of...

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• 2March 24, 2010

  The Best Non-Native Mast-Producing Trees and Shrubs

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

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