Trees: How and Why
Learn more about how to plant and care for trees, and read about the benefits of urban trees
Benefits of Urban Trees. Learn how trees reduce air pollution, fight the atmospheric greenhouse effect, conserve water and reduce soil erosion, save energy, modify local climate, increase economic stability, reduce noise pollution, and create wildlife and plant diversity. The U.S. Forest Service report, Benefits of Urban Trees, is available here as a colorful pamphlet or here as a document. Casey Tree Guides
Casey Trees is a Washington, DC-based non-profit established in 2001 committed to restoring, enhancing and protecting the tree canopy of the Nation's Capital. For several years, Trees for Georgetown has partnered with Casey Trees. Read about Casey Trees here >
Planting. A proper planting technique is crucial to the long-term health of trees. Scroll through a quick tutorial to learn the basics of tree planting. Learn more >
Tree Care. Trees require water and protection in order to survive, especially during the hot, dry months.
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Tree Types & Info. Casey Trees has created a list of trees that do well in the District's climate with included information on their unique needs. Learn more >
The Crucial Care of Georgetown’s Street Trees. Trees for Georgetown has prepared a guide for tree care specially suited for Georgetown. Learn more > |
