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Learn strategies for choosing woody plants that thrive in Pennsylvania’s toughest sites, from poor soils to extreme moisture and temperature conditions.

The Miyawaki Method encompasses soil preparation, careful species selection, and intensive aftercare with the goal of speeding up the development of mature forests in small spaces.

Winter is an ideal time to devote to learning more about tree care, urban forestry, and managing small forested properties.

Different types of cuts can have a big impact on how a tree responds to pruning.

Hands-on tree planting and care help students better connect to biology lessons and the natural environment.

Develop an annual work plan for a municipal tree commission to ensure public trees receive the regular care they need to remain attractive, healthy, and safe.

This article explains the essentials of budgeting for the costs of a community tree program each year. It includes a community tree budget worksheet.

Explore planning and implementing simple stewardship practices on your lot to create and enhance natural areas and make a positive impact on the environment during this series.

The Arborist Short Course is a four-day workshop designed to increase working tree knowledge and prepare participants for the ISA Certified Arborist exam.

Enjoy a guided nature walk in a fun, family-friendly setting while exploring the trees of Penn State and learning to identify the diverse species that shape its beautiful campus.

Learn the fundamentals of tree maintenance and how to safely climb trees during this in-person event.

American yellowwood, Cladrastis kentukea, is a great shade tree and a lovely flowering tree.

Become a Tree Tender and help increase the tree canopy in your community!

Strengthen your arborist skills with training in tree biology, care, and risk management while preparing for the ISA Certified Arborist exam.

After 34 years of providing educational programs and assisting communities in southeastern Pennsylvania, Urban Forester and Natural Resources Educator Julianne Schieffer has retired from Penn State.

Non-living (abiotic) stressors abound in cities and towns, making it tough for trees to grow and stay healthy.

TreePennsylvania grants are helping environmental justice communities plant trees that provide a wealth of environmental, health, and social benefits.

Managing stormwater, reducing flooding, and improving water quality.

Choosing resilient and adaptable trees for your community can ensure a healthier and fuller tree canopy for the long term.

Mulches are commonly used to enhance the beauty of landscapes, suppress weeds, conserve soil moisture, and buffer plants from the damaging effects of traffic and lawn equipment.

Mimosa webworm can cause unsightly browned foliage on honeylocust, but typically has minimal impact on tree health.

There are several situations that can trigger root problems and death of your new plant. Using preventative or correctional measures will help to ensure your plant thrives.

Street and park tree inventories provide information for the planning, design, planting, maintenance, and removal of community trees.

A Shade Tree Commission or Environmental Advisory Commission plays an important role in community management of trees and natural resources for the greatest ecosystem benefits.

A close look reveals the tree as a microcosm of a watershed.