Roseau Times-Region - Serving Roseau County for over 100 Years - The Official Roseau County Newspaper

With the warm weather, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds homeowners and forest landowners that spring is an excellent time to plant trees. There are many good reasons to plant trees.

Deciduous trees - those that shed their leaves in the winter—can help save money on summer cooling bills, if planted on the south or west sides of buildings. Planting conifers on a building’s north side can help block energy-sucking winter winds. Fruit- and nut-bearing trees can provide homes and food for hungry wildlife. Basswood and linden trees can attract pollinators. Sturdy, long-li...