Sacramento Tree Foundation

We're on the lookout for community scientists! Each year, we monitor American, English, and Siberian elms for Dutch elm disease (DED), a deadly fungal disease that devastated the elm population in much of Europe and North America. We've partnered with City of Sacramento Urban Forestry to train community scientists to monitor these trees and help prevent the spread of DED. To help us take care of our vulnerable elm population, register for our upcoming training webinar at https://bit.ly/step25pt1

Today is a tree trifecta: International Day of Forests, World Wood Day and World Planting Day! The United Nation’s Food and Agriculture Organization is celebrating this year as “Forests and Food” to highlight how important forests are to feeding humans around the world.? ? Though we Sacramentans often treasure our leafy friends for their cooling shade in the Summer heat, we also enjoy wonderful gift bags of citrus from friends and neighbors in these Winter months ??, and @soil_born_farms even has a program for fruit donations for local food assistance. Plus, healthy forests are home to crucial pollinators for our farmers and play a key role in our freshwater supply.? And how better to celebrate World Wood Day than using locally grown lumber from Urban Wood Rescue for your next project or World Planting Day by sponsoring a tree planting event in your neighborhood?? #sacramento #trees #ForestDay #IntlForestDay #WorldWoodDay

Join us on April 5 for wood crafting at the Hanami Line! ?? Registered attendees will gather at Robert T. Matsui Waterfront Park, where we'll sand and paint cherry blossom-themed coasters — perfect for your home or as a gift! Sign up now at https://lnkd.in/guCE_55Y

Spring is almost here! You may be wondering when you should start watering your tree or what to do if yours hasn’t sprouted leaves yet, and we’ve got the answers to your springtime tree care questions. Take a look at our spring tree tips at https://lnkd.in/gbWh3b-v

What are the benefits of mulch? ? Saves water ? Insulates roots from heat & cold ? Prevents weeds ? Diverts waste from the landfill ? Builds healthy soil ? Sequesters carbon in soil ? Naturally feeds your trees Find out more about how to apply mulch, what kind we recommend, and to where to get free mulch at https://lnkd.in/gMgY-XUT

There are a few spots left for tomorrow's #CaliforniaArborWeek Tree Tour! Head to sactree.org/events and sign up to learn about the wonderful trees at Capitol Park. Afterwards, paid attendees can enjoy a 20% discount on drinks at Mattie Groves Brewery, just a short walk from the park!

??Blossoms at the Hanami Line at Robert T. Matsui Waterfront Park?? Although it will be some time before the beautiful cherry blossom park will be in full bloom, some of the young trees are already showing off a few stunning flowers!.

Did you know: the pineapple guava tree's beautiful spring blooms have edible petals that taste a bit like marshmallows? The feijoa sellowiana?also happens to be a low-water fruit tree that you can be delivered right to your door through our free shade tree program! Sign up now at https://lnkd.in/gwAttvPx

Guided tours are a great way to learn about the beautiful, unique, and sometimes strange trees of our region. Join us for a California Arbor Week Tree Tour of Capitol Park on March 14, hosted by one of our certified arborists! For information and registration, visit https://lnkd.in/gGSrt6jZ

Today marks the 43rd birthday of the Sacramento Tree Foundation! ?????? For over 40 years, the Tree Foundation has stewarded the urban forest from seed to slab—from harvesting acorns in the fall, to planting seedlings, caring for our mature tree canopy, and salvaging fallen trees as urban lumber. With the help of our dedicated volunteers and supporters, we’ve planted over 1.5 million trees throughout the region. With your continued support, we intend to keep cultivating beautiful green spaces that nurture our health, uplift our spirits, and continue our legacy as the City of Trees. Consider making a gift to the Sacramento Tree Foundation at https://lnkd.in/gWQ7kPm6