Guides

Key information and resources on tree selection, care, and maintenance.

Shady Parks in Wards 5, 7, & 8

As the summer continues to heat up, don’t let high temperatures keep you inside! DC has a wide variety of beautiful parks and public spaces to explore, the key is …

Vibrant Cities Lab: Grow an Urban Forestry Program from the Ground Up

How do you easily make cities more vibrant? That is the main question the U.S. Forest Service, American Forests, and the National Association of Regional Councils was looking to answer …

Why We Don’t Plant Trees in the Summer

Many people ask us: “Why don’t you plant trees in the summer?” Our answer is always: “Because it’s too hot out.” Trust us, we would love to plant trees in …