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Fall 2017 TreePhilly Newsletter

Hello, Tree Folks!
There are lots of exciting events coming up in Philly this season, including our Yard Tree Giveaways! Check them out below, and find out new ways to get involved.

Fall Tree Giveaway Registration & Dates
Registration for our Fall 2016 Yard Tree Giveaways is now open! This year we are offering a variety of trees that range from native shade trees to delicious fruit trees! Register online at treephilly.org or call us at (215) 683-0217 to reserve a free yard tree of your choice. Pick-up dates and locations are listed below.

Norris Square Love Your Park Yard Tree Giveaway
In partnership with the Fairmount Park Conservancy
Saturday, November 4: 11am-1pm
Norris Square
2100-60 N. Howard St, 19122

Tacony Yard Tree Giveaway
Sunday, November 5: 12pm-2pm
Frankford Avenue TD Bank Store
6635 Frankford Ave, 19135

South Philly Yard Tree Giveaway
In partnership with South Philadelphia High School and Lower Moyamensing Civic Association
Saturday, November 11: 10 am-12pm
South Philly High School
2101 S. Broad St, 19148

Cobbs Creek Yard Tree Giveaway
Sunday, November 12: 12pm-2pm
Cobbs Creek Environmental Center
700 Cobbs Creek Parkway, 19143

**Pre-registration is greatly encouraged, but walk-ins will be accepted during each event while supplies last.

Community Yard Tree Giveaway Grantees

We are excited to announce the winners of our Fall 2016 Community Yard Tree Giveaway Grants! The following community groups will host events in their neighborhoods. Each of the grantees will receive either 50 or 100 trees from TreePhilly as well as a $500 grant. Grantees will announce dates, times, and registration information for their events.

Fall Tree Care - Mulching

Replenish nutrients and provide some insulation for your tree with a layer of organic composted mulch around the roots. Remember to follow the 3-3-3 rule: make a three-foot ring of mulch three inches deep around your tree, leaving a three-inch gap between the mulch and the trunk of your tree. Head over to the Fairmount Park Organic Recycling Center to pick up your free mulch, and then check out this video from the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society on proper mulching technique.

Become a Tree Tender!

Want to learn how to plant and care for city trees, engage in your community, and meet other passionate tree folks? Consider becoming a PHS Tree Tender! Tree Tenders are trained volunteers who organize pruning and biannual tree planting events in their neighborhoods. The next Tree Tenders Basic Training course begins TOMORROW on October 11, 2016. Can't make this one? Not to worry! There will be another training in January. Get more info here!

Philadelphia Parks & Recreation | 1515 Arch St. | Philadelphia, PA 19102 treephilly@phila.gov (215) 683-0217