Greening New Jersey, one tree at a time.
The pandemic forced us to slow down. Here is a pictorial guide to blooming trees in our Grove of Remembrance, from March until June. It’s a tour of successional spring pollination. This is not a complete guide of flowering trees, but simply what we saw and photographed in the Grove.
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During this unprecedented time, having a safe and reliable way to get out and about is more important than ever before. Walking has been proven to not only be a great way to exercise, but helps to clear the mind, manage emotions, and stay energized. Having a safe, reliable network of trails in a neighborhood can make a difference for the mental and physical well being of city residents. Luckily, in South Jersey and Philadelphia, the Circuit Trail network provides this need to the greater community.
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Thank you to the nearly 200 attendees who participated in our online TreeKeepers sessions! We loved seeing you all on Zoom and really enjoyed the conversations and questions. If you missed the sessions live, here are all three to view any time.
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When we talk about the benefits of trees, we often discuss the importance of how trees absorb and filter excess stormwater runoff. However, trees are equally critical when thinking about how they combat climate change and air pollution. Trees are an essential tool for filtering air pollutants, reducing industrial odors, and cooling down overheated city streets.
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Imagine you are in the middle of a yard project when a heavy rainstorm rolls in, washing away some of the loose soil you had laying around. You see it travel down a nearby storm drain, which you know leads straight to a local waterway. It’s just soil, which is natural, so it’s not really a problem, right? Not quite! Sediment (loose particles of soil, sand, and clay) is considered a pollutant, and is the most common pollutant in US waterways according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Sediment often comes from construction projects, including small home projects, but it is also the result of erosion. Read on to find out how erosion and sediment runoff affect streams and rivers, and how trees can help!
Read moreImmaculate lawns. Crop monocultures. Burning bush hedges. If you love nature the thought of these landscapes make you shudder.
Wildflowers. Community gardens. Trees. Wait, trees? Yes! Trees attract hundreds of insects including pollinators! A native oak tree can attract over 500 different butterfly and moth species (Tallamy). And when the insects come, the birds are soon to follow…
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While we will miss seeing all your smiling faces digging in the dirt this spring, we are still here for all your tree education needs! We will be hosting our annual TreeKeepers workshops online throughout May and we are starting a weekly newsletter to educate you about trees and urban forestry. Read on to learn how to sign up for both!
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We hope you are staying safe and healthy during this uncertain time. Due to concerns about the spread of COVID-19, we have made the difficult decision to postpone all planned tree planting events in April and May. This includes Renaissance Tree Program, Urban Airshed Reforestation Program, and Green Streets projects.
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When the NJ Tree Foundation plans for a tree planting event, concrete removal is a critical part of the project. Along portions of the Circuit Trail in Camden, areas with large sidewalks are prioritized as prime locations for street trees. Opening up the sidewalk to make space for a tree improves the health of the local watershed and the greater community.
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If you want to start growing your own food, and love peaches, now is the time to plant a peach tree (or two). Small space? No worries, there are dwarf and semi-dwarf varieties for small spaces. On stay at home? You can order fruit trees online from many reputable growers. They are shipping now!
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