Trees of the Hornady Family Arbor

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When the grounds are mowed, the arboretum can be beautiful without the flower gardens and landscaping.   As with any property, some trees will need trimmed or cut down for the safety of the visitors.  Others trees need treated for disease or insect infestation, but that doesn't usually happen because it's too expensive.  Going forward, a variety of disease resistant trees native to Nebraska should be planted.  So far EAB, Emerald Ash Borer has not been found in Grand Island, NE.


                                           
 
 













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