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!
Read moreTree Care
Spring Update & Survey
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.
Read morePeach trees!
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!
Read morePruning Parties!
Interested in learning how to prune your recently planted trees? We are launching a new “pruning party” program during the off season! If you are interested in having your young street trees maintained and you live in Gloucester City, Camden, Trenton, or Newark, please let us know! South Jersey residents should contact Meredith at mbrown@njtreefoundation.org. Residents living in North Jersey should reach out to Crystal at cwessel@njtreefounation.org.
Read moreRight Tree Right Place Seminar in Bergen County!
The New Jersey Tree Foundation, Bergen County & Public Service Electric & Gas are offering this FREE seminar on Planting the Right Tree in the Right Place, the Right Way on Friday, April 12th from 8am – Noon at 2 Bergen County Plaza, First Floor Conference Room, Hackensack, NJ. To attend, please RSVP by Friday, April 5th to Lisa Simms LSimms@NJTreeFoundation.org Seating is limited – don’t miss out!
Read moreRight Tree Right Place Seminar in Burlington County!
Last chance in 2018 to get 3 CEUs!
Free Right Tree Right Place Seminar in Passaic County – New topics!
The New Jersey Tree Foundation and Public Service Electric & Gas are offering a FREE seminar on Planting the Right Tree in the Right Place, the Right Way on Thursday, July 19th at the Passaic County Public Safety Academy, 300 Oldham Road, Wayne, NJ. Please RSVP by Friday, July 13, 2018 to Lisa Simms LSimms@NJTreeFoundation.org
Our annual TreeKeepers workshop is coming to Camden on June 9th!
It’s that time of year again! NJ Tree Foundation Urban Airshed Reforestation Program will host its annual tree care workshop, TreeKeepers, on June 9th, 2018. TreeKeepers is a fun way for residents and recent tree recipients to get a more in-depth lesson on how to care for their trees, and provides free tools that are helpful for tree care. Read more
Right Tree Right Place Seminar – New topics!
This seminar is sold out!
Right Tree Right Place Seminar, Jersey City, Hudson County
The New Jersey Tree Foundation and Public Service Electric & Gas are offering a FREE seminar on planting the Right Tree in the Right Place, the Right Way on Friday, April 6, 2018, at the Hank Gallo Community Center in Lincoln Park, Jersey City. Please RSVP by Friday, March 30, 2018 to Lisa: LSimms@NJTreeFoundation.org
Topics include:
- Utility Line Clearance – Why?
- Tree selection, proper planting & maintenance
- Tree Safety & Storms: The Aftermath
- Sustainability & Resilience: Storms, Pests, Inventory & Management
Who should attend? Mayors, Freeholders, DPW Supervisors, Environmental & Shade Tree Commissioners, County Officials and any other interested parties. Space is limited. First-come, first-served.
Date: Friday, April 6,2018
Time: Registration begins at 8:00 am. Program starts promptly at 8:30 am and runs until 12:30 pm.
Place: Hank Gallo Community Center, Lincoln Park, Jersey City, NJ
A continental breakfast will be served.
Right Tree Right Place is approved by the State of New Jersey for 3 continuing education units. Right Tree Right Place is approved by the ISA for 3 Arborist certification renewal credits. Right Tree Right Place is approved by the NJ Dept. of Community Affairs for 3 CEUs for Public Works employees
Please RSVP by March 30, 2018 to LSimms@njtreefoundation.org If you would like send a representative(s), please include their names and contact information (email address).
Tree lists!
We receive many requests for tree suggestions. What tree will thrive in my city? What kind of tree can I plant under utility wires? Are some trees harder to plant in the fall? So, without further ado, the NJ Tree Foundation’s most requested tree lists!
Fall Dig Hazards
Utility Friendly Trees
Urban Tolerant Trees