Trees for Suffield is breaking ground all over town in celebration of Arbor Day thanks to a generous grant from the J. Gladwin Cannon Trust, and services donated by Bill’s Landscaping.
We’re breaking ground on April 9 in conjunction with Suffield Parks and Recreation to plant a new tree at Sunrise Park. A demonstration by an arborist will highlight the event. For those who take part, sapling trees will be handed out with information of the best practices for their care and planting. Register through Parks and Rec.
We’re breaking ground at Spaulding and McAlister Schools for new trees at each of their playgrounds. With good soil preparation and regular watering, the trees will grow and thrive along with the students.
The next groundbreaking news is that for all the newly planted Arbor Day trees, Trees for Suffield will be using the TREE DIAPER advanced hydration system. This innovative watering system soaks pellets in water which are then enclosed in a material which will slowly release water into the soil until damp. As the soil dries more water seeps out. The system is divided into two halves to place around a tree when it is planted or to add to an older tree or bush. Rainwater is all that is needed to recharge this hydration system except in the case of very dry weather. The Tree Diaper system will be monitored by Trees for Suffield over the summer to see how effective it is and to evaluate the ease of use.
The Trees for Suffield Initiative is “Planting for Tomorrow”. Help us ensure a thriving tree canopy for generations to come. To learn more visit: www.suffieldct.gov/things-to-do/trees-for-suffield.