Tree Education
Overview
Maplewood has been a Tree City since 2008 and is dedicated to the health and wellness of its trees. Whether, as a resident, you have an established or a young tree, there are a lot of questions that come with having a tree. Maplewood is committed to the vigor of all of the city's trees. To help answer some common questions and issues that arise when caring for a tree, Maplewood compiled resources and information to assist residents. Checkout the pages describing how to prune your tree, basic tree care and tips, pests and prevention, diseases and prevention efforts, and lastly tree diversity and the benefits planting multiple species provides.
Have additional questions?
If you have a more specific question or can't find the answer to the question, contact the Parks and Natural Resources team for more information!
- Sustainability Coordinator, 651-249-2304: Tree Preservation for planned building development and tree ordinance revisions
- Natural Resources Coordinator, 651-249-2416: Tree Disease Inspection Program and overall urban forestry program
Tree City USA
Maplewood has been a Tree City since 2008, which is a program that recognizes and assists cities that consign to maintain and plant trees. To be considered a Tree City there are 4 standards a community needs to meet.
These would include:
- Have a Tree Board or Department: The Environmental and Natural Resources Commission acts as our tree board and advises the City on tree issues.
- Have a Tree Care Ordinance: Maplewood City ordinances cover tree preservation and tree diseases.
- Maintain a Community Forestry Program With an Annual Budget of at Least $2 Per Capita. Trimming, planting, disease control, and other tree programs exceed $2 per capita annually.
- Sponsor an Arbor Day Observance and Proclamation: Maplewood Nature Center coordinates the city's Arbor Day event each year. This is typically held in April or May.