Back by popular demand, Brookhaven is once again partnering with Trees Atlanta to sponsor the Front Yard Tree Program.
In this partnership, Trees Atlanta will plant up to 80 trees. Homeowners can choose one of five varieties of White oak, Overcup oak, Willow oak, River Birch and Sycamore, all between six and eight feet in height. Trees Atlanta will plant the tree and provide the initial mulching and watering and include a two-year replacement guarantee.
“We all recognize that shade trees enhance Brookhaven’s tree canopy, which in turn enhances Brookhaven’s quality of life,” said Mayor John Ernst. “People need to act fast, however, because participation is once again on a first come, first served basis.”
Beginning immediately, residents can apply at www.treesatlanta.org/yardtree and select “Brookhaven,” while quantities last.
Continuing last year’s promotion, there is no application fee for Brookhaven residents.
After the application is completed online, a representative from Trees Atlanta will contact the homeowner to discuss the appropriate species and location of the tree, usually within 5-7 business days after the request is made. As part of the participation agreement, the resident agrees to water the trees roughly every 10 days for the first year and to call Trees Atlanta if the tree shows signs of stress, needs staking, or there are any other issues with the tree.
Trees Atlanta will schedule volunteer planting projects in neighborhoods in Brookhaven so that others can learn how to properly plant and maintain trees on their own property. Residents can register to volunteer with Trees Atlanta at: www.treesatlanta.org/calendar.
“Brookhaven’s inaugural program was very well received last year and applauded by the community,” noted City Arborist Jeff Dadisman, “Support of this program once again shows that the City of Brookhaven continues to make tree and greenspace preservation a priority.”
Planting will continue until springtime, until all trees are reserved.
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