Trees play an essential role in life on earth, they clean our air, protect our drinking water, and provide food and habitat for animals. Studies show they even improve our mental health, and provide beauty and interest through the changing seasons. Trees are an important defense against flooding caused by the increasingly frequent and more intense storms that arise as the climate warms; tree canopies slow the rate of rain hitting the ground, tree roots absorb rainwater and hold the earth, preventing erosion and runoff. Trees also absorb the CO2 that contributes to global warming and release oxygen back into the air. In one year, an acre of mature trees absorbs the amount of CO2 produced by a car driven 26,000 miles. Planting trees helps prevent soil erosion, increases land fertility and can add value to your property. Trees that provide shade also significantly reduce energy bills. When selecting trees, choose native types to support local wildlife and ensure a vigorous tree that needs little added water or nutrients. Spring and fall are good times to plant, when trees are dormant.
A local resource at www.plantnovatrees.org gives straightforward, clear directions that ensure success for selecting and planting trees in our yards.
The site has information on a wide selection of native trees with full descriptions, requirements and pictures to help you pick the perfect tree. They even offer a Tree Choice Hotline that tailors advice to your specific site, desires and needs!
I think you’ll enjoy exploring plantnovatrees.org as you plan additions to your landscape that will grow along with your family for years of benefit and enjoyment.
“Education in environmental responsibility can encourage ways of acting which directly and significantly affect the world around us.” LS’ 211
A local resource at www.plantnovatrees.org gives straightforward, clear directions that ensure success for selecting and planting trees in our yards.
- The site offers advice on when to plant – after leaves drop and before winter dormancy ends in early spring,
- What to plant – native varieties support the local ecosystem, need no fertilizer or pesticides, and no added water once established; plant a young tree that will establish quickly and need less watering during that first year; protect very young trees from deer.
- Where to plant – consider size and shape, appearance, root space, sun/shade/moisture conditions that fit your space; all these details are available on plantnovatrees.org.
- How to plant – hole size, soil type, mulch tips and
- pruning, staking, and watering tips round out the wealth of information.
The site has information on a wide selection of native trees with full descriptions, requirements and pictures to help you pick the perfect tree. They even offer a Tree Choice Hotline that tailors advice to your specific site, desires and needs!
I think you’ll enjoy exploring plantnovatrees.org as you plan additions to your landscape that will grow along with your family for years of benefit and enjoyment.
“Education in environmental responsibility can encourage ways of acting which directly and significantly affect the world around us.” LS’ 211