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Growing Together: Community Tree Planting in Hyattsville

In a collaborative effort between Casey Trees and the City of Hyattsville, 98 new trees have found their roots in the picturesque landscape of the Hyattsville University Hills Park (also …

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May. 13 2024

IRA Trees in the Ground

Last year, the USDA Forest Service announced a 1 billion dollar investment in trees and green space projects around the country, via Urban and Community Forestry Grants. The grants were …

May. 13 2024

Mulching Do’s and Don’ts

As we gear up for the sweltering summer months, it’s prime time to give our leafy friends a little extra care, especially when it comes to hydration and mulching. While …

May. 6 2024

Strawberry Moon Chitalpa Blooms at the Casey Tree Farm

Exciting news is budding at the Casey Trees Farm as it welcomes a charming addition to its arboreal family: the Strawberry Moon Chitalpa (×Chitalpa tashkentensis ‘Strawberry Moon’)! This captivating species …

May. 6 2024

Looking Back at the 2024 Canopy Awards

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the 2024 Canopy Awards! It was a pleasure to host our volunteers, donors, community members, and friends for a night of honoring …

May. 6 2024

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

As we celebrate Teachers Appreciation Week, we find it fitting to extend our deepest gratitude to the remarkable educators who tirelessly nurture the seeds of environmental stewardship in the hearts …

Apr. 29 2024

That’s a Wrap on Arbor Week!

The month of April is perhaps one of the busiest times at Casey Trees. Not only are we planting trees, leading invasive removals, reaching out at community events, advocating for …

Apr. 29 2024

Checking-in on our Conservation Easements

Here at Casey Trees our conservation easements are dedicated to restoring fragmented patches of urban forest, fostering vibrant urban ecosystems, promoting public health, and safeguarding green spaces for both tree …

Apr. 29 2024

Crapemyrtle Bark Scale: Small Bugs Causing Big Headaches

This article is the second in a series of featured stories this spring/summer with our partners at Bartlett Tree Research Laboratories. This partner series aims to educate the DC region …

Apr. 22 2024

The 2024 Canopy Awards are Almost Here!

Arbor week is here! As we approach Arbor Day Eve, the excitement is building for the highly anticipated 2024 Canopy Awards. This spectacular event isn’t just another gathering; it’s our …

Apr. 22 2024

Treewise Sparks Excitement Among Young Urban Foresters

Casey Trees’ Treewise Spring Break Camp, “Every Day is Arbor Day,” proved to be a resounding success as young nature enthusiasts delved into the wonders of Washington, DC’s urban forest. …

Apr. 22 2024

Celebrating a Busy Earth Day

As the world celebrates Earth Day, communities worldwide are coming together to act towards a greener, more sustainable future. Last Saturday, volunteers gathered at Emery Recreation Center with one common …