New Year, New Purpose: How to Give Your Tree a Second Life
…environment in mind. Partners such as The Georgia Forestry Commission, The Home Depot, The Davey Tree Expert Company, 11 Alive, Ferry Morse Seed Company, and Burpee Seed Company supply chipping…
3. Community Tree Planting and Establishment Guidelines
This Document is intended to aid homeowners and local government staff in planting and directing the establishment and maintenance of community trees.
Recommended Community Tree Ordinance Tree Conservation Standards
Download guide for recommended conservation standards, tree care and maintenance practices, recommendations for utility corridors, tree Selection and planting standards, design standards for trees plus more.
Georgia’s Burn Notification System Changes – Coming Soon!
…1-September 30 continue to be in effect. Changes to 12-6-90 include specific requirements of those intending to burn outdoors. A Georgia Forestry Commission communication campaign is informing landowners of these…
GA Forestry Report: April Tornadoes Cause $3 Million+ In Damages
…2020 Tornadoes” was compiled by the Georgia Forestry Commission’s Forest Health Management Group & Sustainable Community Forestry Program. After the National Weather Service confirmed tornado levels from EF-0 to EF-3,…
Dreaming of a Green Christmas? Start by Recycling Your Tree
…Company, and Burpee Seed Company, communities have the drop-off locations, media promotion, and chipping services they need to be successful. The Georgia Forestry Commission even provides complimentary tree seedlings for…
Leaf Watch Report for October 27th, 2021
…the north Georgia mountains. The golds from the birch are nicely contrasted by the reds in roadside maple and sourwood. Oaks are showing continued development, especially at higher elevations. NC…
Leaf Watch Report for October 05, 2022
…Hogpen Gap Overlook in Union County via the Russell Scenic Highway provides exceptional views of mountains to the North, including Georgia’s highest point, Brasstown Bald. Owl Creek Road, off State…
Leaf Watch Report for October 26th, 2022
…GA: The north Georgia mountains are full of autumn splendor. However, with recent wind events and several hard freezes last week, most elevations above 3,500 feet are past peak or…
Final Leaf Watch Report for November 2nd, 2022
…Georgia Mountains has been one of the most vibrant and breathtaking in many years! The best locales for viewing fall color moving forward are in the foothills of the mountains,…
