This site, designed and compiled by two Entomologists from Blackburg, VA, have placed online a vast resource of tree and plant information. The info includes images and means to indentify each species. Also online is a complete Information Resource for Landscapers and Nursery's. Need help with your fertilizing, soil, watering, maintence, pesticides or more? Check out this site. We give it two thumbs up. Especially view the Fraiser Fir and Hemlock pages.

Want to read about the characteristics of each different conifer? Then check out this site, produced by the MENOMINEE INDIAN RESERVATION. The site gives data on pines, spruces, cedars and more. One thumb up.

The National Christmas Tree Growers Association has been in existance for years, as a onestop source for tree growers. Meetings are held annually for growers.

For the consumer, their web site is a must see. From their fun facts and figures page, to their Christmas tree history and characteristics page, the NCTGA is the place to find your help.

Do you not live near Cornerstone Plantation? Then find the closest tree grower near you - at the NCTGA Directory of Growers. We give this site three thumbs up!

Is Cornerstone Plantation too far from you? But, you live in Maryland? Then check out this site - complete with a directory of growers for Maryland.

The tick population in Southern PA is high. Included here are some links to familiarze you with Lyme disease (carried by ticks) and prevention techniques.

Symptons of Lyme Disease
Tick Pamphlet

From Anti-Desiccants to Wood Chips and Walnut Trees, this site from the Illinois Agriculture Coop Extension covers all the important tree care areas - and in depth - and accuratly. But, the site does not stop at trees and shrubs... they cover Flowers, Fruits, Houseplants, Pests, Fertilizing, and Vegetables.

This is a premiere Agriculture Site that must be visited. The wide variety of topics covered makes this site a must to bookmark. Here are a few of the areas, along with their proper link, that you should see. When done, view their homepage.

Live Tree Care Rooting Trees Fireproofing

Stump Removal Fertilizing Effect of Walnuts

Note, All Pages Copyright 1995 by the Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois and Used By Permission.

Hey, Christmas Tree Lovers, Read David Lettermans Top Ten List on Signs You Bought a BAD Christmas Trees! Very Funny.