Forest Health
…forests in Georgia is identified before it becomes a threat. Regional disasters such as wildfire, hurricane, tornado, ice storm, and insect outbreaks are assessed by the Forest Health Programs to…
Reforestation
…use spacers to provide 2″-4″ air circulation between layers. Avoid temperature extremes. Fluctuations in temperature, especially excessive heat, can result in seedling trauma. Do not attempt to plant seedlings that…
Environmental
…heat islands change weather patterns. This can alter the amount and duration of local and downwind rainfall patterns. Urban trees lessen the impact of the urban heat island effect and…
Tree City USA, Tree Campus Higher Education® & Tree Line USA
…Campus Higher Education® program helps colleges and universities around the country establish and sustain healthy community forests. External Website Tree City USA Application Tree City USA is a great opportunity…
Connect With Nature
…Georgia has dozens of places for you to kick back in the great outdoors. See and do it all in beautiful Georgia State Parks and historic sites. Many State Parks…
Leaf Watch Report October 20th, 2021
…Park to Suches also shows great color. The Appalachian Brew, Stew & Que Festival takes place in Hiawassee this weekend. Northeast As expected, the cool temps and bright sunny days…
Leaf Watch Report for November 11th, 2021
…to fade are river birch, dogwood, black gum, and yellow poplar. Most species below 2000 feet are exhibiting great color. Species specifics: Dogwood – primarily complete Birch – Yellow Birch…
Sung to the tune of “School’s Out for Summer!”
…hear that woeful whine, “I’m BOOORRRRRED!” For anyone simultaneously excited and fearful of the summer ahead, we have some great news for you! Georgia’s forests are full of stimulating possibilities…
Seedling Webstore is Open for Business!
…seedling store. Our Georgia Giants are in great demand each year for their superior growth characteristics and high value/early age production qualities. Through testing, they have proven to produce 54%…
Leaf Watch Report for September 28th, 2022
…burgundy Estimated percentage of color change from green to date: approximately 3% above 3000 feet and 0% below 3000 feet. A great leaf-viewing season is expected due to adequate precipitation…
