Proper preparation of the planting site is critical to good root development. In urban areas, site preparation may require special planning because of the type of planting site, such as street or parking lot plantings. Also, when preparing the site, …
Urban Soils: Contamination and Urban Trees
Soil can be contaminated by masonry, wood, paper, asphalt, paint, fuel, cement, oil, salt, or other materials. Contamination may occur across an entire site, such as an industrial property, or in spots, such as concrete washouts and refueling areas. This …
Urban Soils: Correcting Low Soil Moisture
Photo Credit: Raina Sheridan
Lack of moisture in the soil is as harmful as too much water. Low soil moisture can be caused by high temperature, drought, high salt content, sandy soils, and improperly timed irrigation systems. Impervious surfaces can …
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 …
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.…
Trees for Comfort in Public Places
Credit: Priya Jaishanker
Cities can be extremely hot during long summer days. Air conditioning is often needed indoors and in cars to offset high temperatures. This heat can discourage people from spending time outdoors and enjoying the city. Urban forests …
Blending Architecture with the Urban Forest
An urban forest provides a number of benefits, such as shading and cooling. This urban forest in Tampa, Florida provides a comfortable outdoor space for office employees and urban residents. Credit: Priya Jaishanker
Effectively blending elements of architecture and landscape …
Guide wind – Maximize summer cooling
Strategically positioning vegetation in landscapes can maximize energy benefits and save money for homeowners, commercial properties and public facilities. Vegetation can be placed within the landscape to manipulate air movement by
- obstruction,
- guidance,
- deflection, and
- filtration.
Use vegetation to obstruct …
Energy Conservation & Tree Planting: Tips for Renters
Living in an apartment or renting a home does not preclude citizens from helping their communities conserve energy with trees. Apartment dwellers and renters have numerous opportunities to advocate, organize, and implement community forestry projects that help with energy conservation.
Urban Forestry Video Series New Release!
Trees provide more than just beauty or a source of wood products. Rather, trees provide an assortment of economic, environmental, psychological and social benefits to humans. Energy savings are one such highly valued benefit or service urban trees provide. Did …