Tree Ordinances
…trees. A well-designed tree ordinance can take months or years for communities to write, but can provide many benefits to people living in the community. Tree ordinances should be formulated…
My Firewise Experience
…the tasks needed for the project. Some of the tasks were completing an online fire safety course, attending a Firewise community meeting in Hiawassee, completing a Firewise risk assessment of…
Georgia Species Management & Conservation Programs
As one of six divisions within Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) is charged with conserving, enhancing and promoting Georgia’s wildlife resources, including game and nongame animals, fish and protected plants.
Pine Bark Beetles in Georgia
…stands, disease, root rot, fire, hail, lightning, or other insects. The native species of pine bark beetles found in Georgia are three species of Ips engraver beetles, the southern pine…
GFC UC&F Species Selection List
Recommended Tree Species Selections for Urban and Community Forest Sustainability
GFC Leaf Watch Report: October 9, 2020
…just beginning to turn. Species-specific: Dogwood – Red / Burgundy Birch – Yellow Yellow-poplar – Yellow/Gold Sourwood – Red / Burgundy Sumac – Bright Reds Maple – Muted to Bright…
GFC Leaf Watch: October 23, 2020
…should continue to expand in the following days. Species specific: Dogwood – vivid red is beginning to dull and shedding leaves Birch – slowly fading to brown and yellow Yellow-poplar…
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) in Georgia
…please contact your forest health specialist. Spread the word Encourage your neighbors to protect their trees and help everyone protect Georgia’s hemlocks! HWA Soil Drench Application For specific instructions on…
Cogongrass: Identifying one of the Most Invasive Plant Species
Cogongrass is one of the most invasive plants in Georgia. Follow along with Lynne Womack, our Forest Health Coordinator, and Mark McClure, our Forest Health Specialist, as they discuss the characteristics, common look-a-likes, and location of Cogongrass.
Soil Reconditioning Specs
Specifications for soil reconditioning after removing impervious surfaces, based on research conducted by Virginia Tech.
