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Arbor Day

Arbor Day

Arbor Day is a special day, celebrated around the world, dedicated to the importance of trees and their role in our environment. Arbor Day is celebrated by planting trees, holding tree-related events and activities, and raising awareness about the importance of trees....
San Diego Native Trees

San Diego Native Trees

What is a native tree? A tree is considered native if it has occurred naturally in a particular region, ecosystem, or habitat without human introduction.These trees have been in their native ecosystem long enough to establish intricate relationships with local...
Tree Protection Zone

Tree Protection Zone

What is a tree protection zone and why is it important? A tree protection zone is a defined area where construction activity is prohibited or restricted to protect the tree and soil from damage and to sustain the tree(s) health and stability. During the course of...
The Importance of Urban Forests

The Importance of Urban Forests

The urban forest is the ecosystem containing all of the trees, plants and associated animals in the urban environment, both in and around the city. Read on to learn about the importance of urban forests… According to the 2021 census, 80.7% of Americans live in...
Tree Root Problems

Tree Root Problems

Most of the time, when looking at a tree, we look up at the leaves, the fruit, the branches, the canopy. Whether we’re admiring the tree’s beauty, or noticing its defects, we tend to focus on the upper parts of the tree. You may be surprised to learn that...