In this episode, Jacob Putney and Chal Landgren discuss the history and science behind growing Christmas trees in Oregon. Landgren is the former OSU Extension Christmas Tree Specialist.
Jacob Putney, Chal Landgren |
Dec 2022 |
Podcast episode
Credit: Judith Ann Kowalski (Cropped from original)
Trying to control leader length on true fir Christmas trees has always been a tricky proposition. But now, after years of experimentation, a method using a plant growth regulator has proven successful.
Oregon produces over 4.5 million Christmas trees. The goal isn’t to create picture-perfect Christmas trees. These trees are grown for breeding and cultural practices that benefit the Christmas tree industry.
This practical guide to managing nutrients in Christmas tree fields includes fertilization timing, soil and foliar testing and application methods to optimize tree growth and color.
John M. Hart, Chal Landgren, Richard Fletcher, Michael Bondi, Brad Withrow-Robinson, Gary Chastagner |
May 2025 |
OSU Extension CatalogPeer reviewed (Gray level)
This publication offers an integrated approach to effective weed management in Christmas trees, incorporating diverse strategies and practices to keep weed populations off balance. It includes strategies for using ...
Each Christmas tree species requires special skill and specific knowledge to be grown successfully. This publication outlines how trees grow and the culturing practices necessary to develop the size, shape, and ...
This guidebook provides producers and shippers of Christmas trees with the tools to both identify and manage some of the export pests of greatest concern to trading partners.
Heather Stoven, Chal Landgren, Luisa Santamaria, Helmuth Rogg, James LaBonte |
Mar 2023 |
OSU Extension CatalogPeer reviewed (Orange level)
