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Oak wilt poses a threat to Texas trees after ice storm, Arborists warn
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Texas Community Forestry 2023 Grant Program
Now Accepting Proposals for the 2023 Grant Program The mission of the Texas A&M Forest Service Urban & Community Forestry (U&CF) Program is to help communities develop sustainable programs that provide Texans with healthy trees and forests. To this end, with support from the USDA Forest Service, the Texas Community Forestry Grant Program is now accepting proposals for the 2023
Emerald Ash Borer Management Workshop!
Presented by Dallas Parks and Recreation, Arborjet and Texas A&M Forest Service EVENT SCHEDULE 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM Registration/ Meet & Greet/ Coffee 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM EAB Management at the State Level Allen Smith, Texas Forest Service Insect overview, history and locations of EAB in Texas, state initiatives 10:00 AM -11:00 AM EAB Management at the Municipal
Butler Nelson Historic Cemetery Hosts Saluting Branches
Butler Nelson Memorial Park includes two historic cemeteries. Today, the park is a link to local African Americans, many of whom came to Dallas before 1865. Among those buried here are business owners; civil rights activists; pastors; doctors; educators, four for whom local schools are named; and military veterans of conflicts dating to the Spanish-American War. Their lives and the
About Tree City USA
Thousands of communities across the country consider their tree canopy a source of pride and continually strive to improve it — and through the Tree City USA program they’re garnering national attention and recognition for it. Tree City USA® is an elite designation for communities that meet minimum standards set by the Arbor Day Foundation for community forestry programs. Texas
About Tree Diseases
Oak Wilt Disease Oak wilt disease, common in the Texas Hill Country, affects a variety of oak trees. This disease is caused by a fungus, Ceratocysris fagacearum, that clogs the water conducting vessels of infected trees, causing them to wilt and die within a few weeks or months. The fungus spreads from infected to healthy trees in two ways: First,
What is Saluting Branches?
On September 22nd, 2021, The City of Dallas Park and Recreation Department hosted a Saluting Branches event to help beautify historical L. Butler Nelson Cemetery in Dallas, TX. Saluting Branches is a non-profit organization honoring American service men and women by organizing volunteer tree and landscape care for properties dedicated to our veterans. According to Saluting Branches, there are
City of Dallas Launches New Dallas Forestry Website
Urban forests play an important role in a city by filtering air and water, controlling storm water, conserving energy, and providing animal habitat and shade. To help Dallas residents learn more about the forest right in their own backyard, a new resource, the Dallas Forestry Website, is available where key information can be found. Opportunities for residents to explore and
Best Practices for Planting Trees
Space is a major factor when deciding where to plant a tree. Trees that are given ample space for growth to their mature size are healthier and require less maintenance. Common problems associated with improperly placed trees include power outages, buckled sidewalks and driveways, and obstructed views of traffic. Deciduous shade trees should be planted on the south and west
Information for Local Goverment
Here are some valuable resources that can help local governments with urban forestry: Growing Texas: a community handbook is a resource to help maintain sense of place and quality of life as your city grows. Urban Forestry Management planning is a key component of a sustainable community forestry program. Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) Planning Guide, a resource and workbook that helps plan
