“How old do you think the tree is?” Jim Robson, the Director of Facilities at St. Jerome’s University, asked me this question while we stared upwards into the branches of a large, spreading bur oak on the university campus. The tree sits near Laurel Creek and has obviously been providing Read more…
Reep’s Tree Trust chapter in Waterloo Region spotlights the importance of preserving legacy trees. This initiative raises awareness about mature trees’ essential role and their myriad benefits. Through donations, Reep funds arborists to aid nonprofits, schools, and faith communities, ensuring these legacy trees stay a part of our urban canopy Read more…
Baum Professional Tree Care takes exceptional care of this impressive Black Walnut tree. Known for its high genetic vigor and vigorous growth, it thrives as a robust addition to its environment. The tree’s structural integrity is rated as good, featuring well-attached major unions and minimal deadwood (less than 10%). Age: Read more…
Tree Trust Waterloo Chapter has been working this spring caring for two trees: a Little Leaf Linden (Tilia cordata) and a Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum). The 20-year-old Linden typically growing between 50 to 80 feet tall and 20 to 50 feet wide is a wonderful source of shade and produces Read more…
In November 2023 Waterloo Region Tree Trust & Baum Professional Tree Care worked on this majestic Red Oak to ensure a continued long and healthy life! Age: approx 90 yearsCarbon Stored: 7.3 TonnesStorm Water Intercepted: 25,419.04 L annuallyAnnual Benefits: $463 (in heating/cooling savings, etc)