Sarasota News Leader
April 19, 2013
Sarasota County," said County Commissioner
Christine Robinson in the release. "This is a
day to recognize the importance of trees and
to learn about how we as citizens can come
together and beautify our community."
"In the spirit of Arbor Day, these educational
programs will extend beyond simply planting
trees to teaching people how to care for trees
after planting to maximize their health, life
span and impact on the environment," the release points out. "Properly managed tree canopies provide shade and wildlife habitat and
help reduce stormwater runoff," it notes. "In
addition, trees significantly increase the value
of homes and properties."
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The homeowner program will focus on proper pruning techniques to maintain healthy,
well-structured trees, the release says. The program for commercial audiences will cover pruning, planting and establishment; selection of tree
species; and disease and pest management.
For registration, visit sarasota.ifas.ufl.edu, or
call 861-5000.
For more information about planting and caring for trees, visit UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota
County at sarasota.ifas.ufl.edu or Florida Forest
Service at www.floridaforestservice.com.
For more information on Arbor Day celebrations, contact the Sarasota County Call Center
at 861-5000.
Sarasota prides itself on its Canopy Roads. Photo by Rachel Hackney
