Trees provide the greatest energy conservation benefit when they are found in every part of urban landscapes, yards, businesses, parking lots, along streets, and in parks and green spaces. Trees create shade and, when properly placed in urban settings, the …
Planting Urban Trees: Social & Community Considerations
Credit: Janet Burgess
For both private and public locations, it is critical to find out the relevant zoning ordinances and other laws and policies that apply to each site. Some local tree ordinances may prohibit planting certain species of trees …
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Urban Soil Problems that Affect Successful Tree Growth and Development
Good Planting and Placement prevents Problems
Many activities in an urban area can change a soil’s physical, chemical, or biological characteristics. Construction and landscape maintenance are the most common of these.…
Urban Forests: Understanding Associated Costs
A community receives many benefits from the urban forest; however, there are also costs associated with having a healthy urban forest. Estimates for tree costs in the U.S. range from $12.87 to $65 per tree (McPherson et al. 2005). Working …
Arborist: Selection & Services
A professional arborist is a person with experience and training in the art and science of planting, caring for, and maintaining individual trees. There are two primary types of professional arborists: Certified Arborists and Consulting Arborists. The tree care …
Urban Forestry and Carbon Storage
Excerpt from: Ryan, M.G., M.E. Harmon, R.A. Birdsey, C.P. Giardina, L.S. Heath, R.A. Houghton, R.B. Jackson, D.C. McKinley, J.F. Morrison, B.C. Murray, D.E. Pataki, and K.E. Skog. 2010. A Synthesis of the Science on Forests and Carbon for U.S. Forests. … Urban Forests & Climate Change: Urban Forest Project Protocol
Adapted from:” McPherson, E.G.; J.R. Simpson; P.J. Peper; and E. Aguaron. 2008. Urban Forestry and Climate Change. Albany, CA: USDA Forest Service, Pacific Southwest Research Station. Available at: http://www.fs.fed.us/ccrc/topics/urban-forests/
The Urban Forest Project Protocol, one of many protocols developed …
Urban Forests: Environmental Benefits
Watering Trees in the Urban Environment
Research into the management of urban trees has shown that the frequency of watering is more important than the quantity …