During the hot, dry months of summer...
trees need water!!!
Civic-minded citizens can help!!!
Did you know that it has been estimated that a 35' tall tree with an actual leaf surface area of 2000 ft tree could lose up to 35
gallons of water a day? New street trees require little more than regular watering to ensure vigorous growth. The question is,
how much and how often?
A newly planted tree will require 6 - 8 gallons of water every 10 - 14 days, or 1.5 - 2 gallons a day.
During July, August, and September drought conditions can severely stress some trees and more watering may be required
during extreme conditions. However, if young trees are watered properly on a consistent basis, they will survive, grow, and
thrive even under extremely dry and hot conditions. Village residents are encouraged to water young and recently planted street
trees in the during the summer drought periods of July-September, as long as the tips in the article below (High Quality Trees -
How Much Water Does a Tree Need?) are followed. If you can afford to do so, your help in watering during the summer months
would be invaluable, welcomed and greatly appreciated!!! Without water, a tree cannot establish a strong, deep root system and
will never become a vigorous, lush, and long-lived beautiful tree.
Don't over water (daily). Be careful not to over water. Over-watering interferes with the roots ability to exchange oxygen. Check
the soil. It should be moist not saturated. Trees love water, but they do not like "soggy feet"! One test may be to take a handful
of soil, close, then open your hand. If the soil retains its shape - but is not sticky, the moisture content is favorable.
Perhaps you've noticed those odd-looking green bags around the base of newly planted trees in the village... They are called
"Tree Gators". They hold 20 gallons of water and deliver it to the tree roots with a slow drip to ensure the water goes where it is
needed. Residents can purchase Tree Gators online through Amazon, or many other online retailers. They can also be found at
many WNY nurseries, like Russell's Tree & Shrub Fram, LLC on Transit Road in East Amherst. Gators provide an excellent way to
water any tree during hot, dry months. They are easy to use and nearly fool-proof!
Please note!... just because a tree no longer wears a Gator does not mean it no longer needs water! Any tree, young or mature
needs water in hot weather! Your help in watering is greatly appreciated!
20-gallon Tree Gator effectively delivers deep watering to tree roots, helping young trees to establish and
grow during hot, dry weather, and become vigorous as they mature. A healthy root system ensures a strong, healthy, long-lived
tree that will provide many years of beauty and enjoyment!
Tree City USA!
New Information...
Homeowners- interested
in purchasing a tree for
the right-of-way in front
of your house? New form
below in "TREE DOCUMENTS
& INFORMATION"!
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Tree Risk Survey Report-
A comprehensive report detailing
the condition and needs of the
village forest. 1,000 t0 1,300
potential planting sites! Prepared
by forester Andrew Pleninger, Urban
Forestry, LLC. Below under "ALL
ABOUT TREES".
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LOOKING FOR WAYS TO GO GREEN?
Organizations, civic groups, schools,
students, or neighborhoods wanting
to raise funds for planting trees are
most welcome and should contact the
Tree Board for ideas, help, and support.
GO GREEN! RAISE $$! PLANT TREES!
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TREE BOARD MEMBERS
ANSWER: There are two ways in which a homeowner can have a tree planted on the right-of-way in front of their home.
ANSWER: Information about memorial tree donations, and tree donations in general can be found below, or by contacting Tree Board member Marsha Winters at (585) 798-1025. Mrs Winters is the Memorial Tree Donation Coordinator, and additional contact information is located above in the Contacts list. You may download a PDF format donation form and additional information below in the section "Tree Documents and Information".
ANSWER: Not to worry! You can help and do something besides buying a tree!
Granite memorial bricks are placed in the Memorial Tree Garden in front of City Hall. The donated memorial tree is placed somewhere in the village forest. Citizens may also donate funds in any amount simply to advance the village reforestation efforts. Download the above form and complete the section under "GENERAL DONATIONS". All donations whether for a memorial tree or for general tree planting help us with the enormous task of reforesting our streets. Your generosity is greatly appreciated! Organizations, civic groups, or neighborhoods wanting to help by raise funds for trees are most welcome and should contact the Tree Board for help and support.
