Trees and Drought
Drought is a main contributing factor to shade tree decline. Extended drought can influence the health of shade trees by the loss of absorbing roots.
Tree City USA, Tree Campus Higher Education® & Tree Line USA
…help communities to manage and expand their public trees. Tree City USA Communities in Georgia In Georgia, more than 150 communities have made the commitment to becoming a Tree City…
Southern Pine Beetles
…both being influenced by drought. Outbreaks occurring in the Coastal Plain are more sporadic and can be triggered by flooding or drought. Outbreaks may persist for one to three years….
Care For Your Community’s Trees
…GFC Website Community Forestry Friend Program Application The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) is rewarding communities and campuses implementing exemplary urban forestry programs with a Community Forestry Friend social media badge….
Leaf Watch Report for November 11th, 2021
…as many species are at or surpassing peak. Overall color intensity will likely decrease in the coming week as leaves continue to drop. Species specifics: Dogwood – fading to maroon…
Leaf Watch Report for November 4th, 2021
…yellow. While oak and maple have made the largest contributions to overall color this week, previously vivid sourwood, blackgum, and dogwood have surpassed peak. Leaves have dropped and bright shades…
Final Leaf Watch Report for November 17th, 2021
…few maples are still showing some vivid colors of yellow and orange. Overall color intensity will likely decrease in the coming week as leaves continue to drop. Species specifics: Dogwood…
Leaf Watch Report for September 28th, 2022
…within hardwood dominant areas across North Georgia. Trees are beginning to drop their leaves as the annual foliage cycle progresses. The area has had sufficient rainfall over the summer, and…
Certified Tree Professionals
…Drought Drought is a main contributing factor to shade tree decline. Extended drought can influence the health of shade trees by the loss of absorbing roots. PDF exclamation-circle No resources…
Trees Across Georgia (TAG) Grant Program
…promote the care of trees in communities throughout Georgia with emphasis on disadvantaged communities. The USDA Forest Service, authorized by the Inflation Reduction Act and the Community Forestry Assistance Act…
