Tree Resources

Cleaner air, wildlife habitat, cooler temperatures, better moods, a happier planet — when it comes to sharing all their benefits, trees don't hold back. Discover everything trees can do and the value they hold for our planet.

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10 Tree Myths to Think About

This bulletin explains the ten myths about trees.

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A Systematic Approach to Building With Trees

This bulletin explains what the tree conservation process involves.

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A Tree for Every Space

This bulletin explains how to take advantage of container trees and provides examples of opportunities to plant more trees.

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An i-Tree Primer

This bulletin explains what i-Tree is and how it helps assess the benefits of urban trees.

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Attract Wildlife

This bulletin explains how woods provide food, water, shelter, and space.

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Be a Citizen Naturalist

This bulletin explains how citizen naturalists foster community awareness of nature and conservation.

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Community Engagement

This bulletin explains the importance of community involvement and communication in urban forestry programs highlighted in The Theory of Engagement.

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Creating an Arboretum

This bulletin explains why successful arboreta prioritize purpose and quality over size and how accreditation can enhance funding opportunities.

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Creative Marketing Campaigns

This bulletin explains how successful community initiatives hinge on clear planning and evaluation.

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Credentials are Important

This bulletin explains how credentials enhance skills, boost careers, and ensure quality.

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Data to Advocacy – New Tools to Promote Trees

This bulletin explains how to use data to advocate for trees.

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Do Your Trees Pose a Risk?

This bulletin explains what a tree risk assessment involves and alternatives to tree removal.

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Don’t Top Trees!

This bulletin explains why topping harms trees by cutting them back severely.

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Embracing Diversity

This bulletin explains the importance of having a diverse tree board.

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Finding New Friends for Urban Forest

This bulletin explains how engaging nontraditional partners like local businesses and schools can enhance urban forestry initiatives.

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Tree planting resources and tree guide

Want to identify a tree? Need to see what you can plant in your hardiness zone? Explore additional resources to answer your most pressing tree-related questions.

Tree Identification

Tree Guide

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Video Resources

Understand the why, what, and how behind our work by watching stories, educational videos, and informational clips that demonstrate the importance and purpose of planting together.

Video Library

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