D.C. was minted a Tree Cities of the World
We’re proud to be one of the 59 cities worldwide to earn the distinction of Tree City of the World. Calendar year 2019 was the first… Read More
Tell the Difference Between Spruce and Pine Trees
Evergreens are usually easy to spot and conifers (trees that bear cones) are even easier to spot (especially when it’s winter!). But drilling down, how to… Read More
Presidents and Trees
We originally published this in 2018, but the information is still relevant and useful so we’re sharing it again! Between planting trees themselves, preserving trees, or… Read More
Love at Casey Trees
Research has always been near and dear to our hearts here at Casey Trees. When we were first founded one of the immediate tasks we set… Read More
Happy Birthday to Us!
February 13 is a big day. No, not Galentine’s Day it’s our birthday! To share the love and joy of over 20 years of planting, classes,… Read More
Our D.C. Tree Map
Since 2015, we have inventoried thousands of trees across the district to determine the species, height, diameter of the trunk and health of the trees that… Read More
Celebrate Black History Month
We originally published this in 2018, but the information is still relevant and useful so we’re sharing it again! Black History Month, celebrated every February in… Read More
Spring Outlook
Well folks we’re about halfway through winter and this warm spell has us dreaming of the most wonderful time around here: spring! With warmer temps and… Read More
Casey Trees’ Urban Forester Featured in 730DC’s Not a Swamp: Winter Guide
Every season there are fascinating changes occurring in our urban forests, parks, and gardens. Paying attention is the first step toward changing our relationships with the… Read More
Society of Municipal Arborists 2020 Urban Tree of the Year
Each fall, members of the Society of Municipal Arborists (SMA) nominate and vote for the SMA Urban Tree of the Year. This tradition dates to 1996… Read More
Last Week to Apply for the GCA Urban Forestry Fellowship
A reminder in case you need it – the deadline to apply for the Garden Club of America (GCA) Zone VI Fellowship in Urban Forestry is … Read More
Mature Tree Care
A mature tree provides value to your home and street. It shades and cools the air, reduces energy consumption, removes pollutants, and adds beauty to your… Read More
Your Year of Service
If ever there was a year to fight for and support important issues we care about this new year, this is it— especially in D.C.! We… Read More
Urban Forestry and Tree Podcasts
Love em or hate em, more than half of all teens and adults in the U.S. have listened to at least one podcast, according to one… Read More
Winter Wonders
With no snow and a whole lot of brown, black, and gray cities can be visually dull and dark in the wintertime. Brighten your view, yard,… Read More