Arbor Day 2024

Preserving Natures Oasis: The Woodlands Township’s Commitment to Tree Conservation

The Woodlands Township recently hosted the 48th annual Arbor Day Tree Giveaway and the 10th annual Community Tree Planting, with overwhelming community participation. These events emphasized the essential role of trees in creating healthier, safer, and more connected communities. The Arbor Day Tree Giveaway set a new record, providing 16,700 native tree seedlings, while the Community Tree Planting engaged 108 volunteers who planted 775 trees, demonstrating the community’s deep appreciation for trees and environmental stewardship.

Trees on the Trail: Beautiful Bloomers

Flowering trees are often considered “ornamentals” leaving many to question their purpose beyond just “looking pretty”. But don’t let these beautiful blooms fool you, these trees offer numerous practical benefits to your landscape. Take advantage of these benefits and plant a flowering tree this year!

The 2024 Arbor Day Tree Giveaway will feature numerous native flowering trees, including Flowering Dogwood and Eastern Redbud, the latest species covered in our Trees on the Trail series. Get your own seedling tomorrow, January 27th, at Rob Fleming Park!

Master the Art of Native Tree Care with these Essential Resources

Learn how to care for your trees and ensure they thrive with these resources! Discover tips for planting bare-root trees, mulching, pruning, and choosing the right tree for the right place. Explore this year’s 12 tree varieties before joining us for the 48th Annual Arbor Day Tree Giveaway on January 27, 2024, from 9 a.m. to noon at Rob Fleming Park.

Trees on the Trail: Small trees, enormous value!

Small trees or shrubs offer a wide range of benefits and are valuable additions to every garden’s ecosystem. Shrubs play an integral role in creating bee-, butterfly-, and bird-friendly gardens by providing pollen, nectar, and seeds. They enhance privacy, curb appeal, and property values. With benefits like these, adding small trees and shrubs to your landscape should be a no-brainer!

The 2024 Arbor Day Tree Giveaway will feature two beautiful understory species that can be trained into small trees or multi-stemmed shrubs: false indigo and buttonbush. Keep reading to see which one suits your landscape – or choose both for double the benefits!

Trees on the Trail: 3 Native Fruit Trees

Adding native fruit trees to your landscape is a fantastic choice that offers a multitude of benefits. These trees not only yield delicious and abundant crops but also attract wildlife, fostering a thriving ecosystem. The 2024 Arbor Day Tree Giveaway will feature three native fruit trees, Persimmon (Diospyros virginiana), Black Cherry (Prunus serotina) and Chickasaw Plum (Prunus angustifolia). Let’s take a deeper dive into the similarities and differences between these three native species and help decipher which native fruit tree is best for your landscape.

Trees on the Trail: the Mighty Oak

Adding an oak tree to your yard can bring numerous benefits. Discover whether the majestic white oak or the versatile Nuttall oak would be right for your site. Planting a native oak creates a thriving habitat that attracts birds and other wildlife, and supports local caterpillars which turn into beautiful butterflies and moths. Whether in your yard or on the trail, enjoy the beauty and benefits of these magnificent oaks that will be available at the 2024 Arbor Day Tree Giveaway in January!

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