See these examples below – if your trees have similar problems, we suggestconsulting a professional. Examine the crown, branches, trunk and area around the roots for these common dangers: Broken, dead or hanging branches Cracks, fungi and cavities Weak trunk or branch unions Encircling root compressing the trunk (a flat-sided trunk at the ground level is a good indicator) Recent lean, especially if the soil or grass has lifted on one side. Inspect trees any time, but especially after storms. A tree may be green and lush, but that does not guarantee that it is structurally safe. The Belmar Shade Tree Commission reminds property owners that tree health can be difficult to determine, but checking your tree yearly may help you notice problems as they appear.
A diverse urban forest is better able to resist pests and diseases and has the best chance for good growth and long-term survival.ĭid you know that Belmar has been recognized as a Tree City USA for the last 8 years?! Check out our new signs around town! Questions or suggestions about the trees in our town? Email us at or visit the STC webpage.
Canopy cover cools our streets, prevents urban flooding, cleans our air, expands wildlife habitats, prevents soil erosion, and increases the population of pollinators and birds and beautifies our town. Trees are a major line of defense against greenhouse gas emissions and the heat island effect.
CORNUS MAS CONCERNS UPDATE
The STC will use the results of the inventory to update and implement forestry goals and objectives that are outlined in our Community Forestry Management Plan.Įxpanding our tree canopy and maintaining the health of our tree population is a top priority for the Belmar Shade Tree Commission. The findings of the inventory will be posted on the STC webpage. With this inventory, the Borough will qualify for grant assistance and better understand the composition, structure and maintenance needs of our urban forest and better allocate resources to it. Over the next few weekends, look for Kevin and his assistant walking the streets and noting the species, size, health, and locations of our trees.
CORNUS MAS CONCERNS PROFESSIONAL
Kevin Scibilia, a NJ-licensed tree expert and professional forester, has already begun documenting the trees in the planting strips and parks throughout the Borough. If you’d like to see this program offered again, email the Commission at of Belmar’s tree canopy, the Shade Tree Commission applied for and was awarded a Stewardship Grant from NJ Urban and Community Forestry to conduct a professional tree inventory. We hope these trees will thrive for many decades and bring pleasure to the homeowners and our neighbors, while improving Belmar’s overall tree canopy and adding shade and color to the community. The Commission was excited to offer this program through Fernbrook Farms Wholesale Nursery of Bordentown, NJ, whose hardworking professionals certainly earned their pay this day. Several trees were planted in the ‘planting strip’ - the area between the sidewalk and curb - and several in yards.
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