Be a Smart Ash

Get to the root of tree care by joining the first Community Forester Workshop of the year: Trees 101 with @ParkPeopleDen this Saturday, March 9. Learn more: theparkpeople.org/What-We-Do/Com…

Denver's Office of the City Forester has a free ash removal and replacement program for trees in poor condition. 💪🌳 Apply now to have your tree removed (and be an urban forest hero): beasmartash.org/ashreplacement/

While they haven't been identified in the city of Denver yet, nearly ONE in SIX trees are ash. Here's how you can help 👇

It's National Invasive Species Week, and we're here to talk about public enemy no. 1 to our #UrbanForest — the Emerald ash borer or (EAB). A 🪲🧵: #NISAW

Help your trees stand tall as snowflakes fall. Here are our top winter tips: 🍂Place mulch around the base of the tree 🌡Irrigate when daytime temps reach 45 degrees or higher 🌳Wrap the trunks of young trees until the bark develops furrows Learn more: bit.ly/48qAElV

Wood you look at that? Our urban canopy is growing on 16th St Mall as part of a decade-long revitalization program. Read what City Forester Mike S. had to say: bit.ly/3H3IGVU

See, leaving a mess is okay! Find out how embracing the messier side of landscaping is vital to maintaining a healthy urban ecosystem: beasmartash.org/2023/10/16/say…

We're excited to be working with the @forestservice to grow Denver's urban canopy and provide tree equity across our city. #FundingUrbanForestry is the first step toward greater access and a more resilient future!

Weekday drop sites are now open! We encourage residents to bag leaves in brown paper bags; visit denvergov.org/leafdrop to download a coupon for a free 5-pack of paper leave bags at participating Ace Hardware stores. @DenverDOTI

This early-season snowstorm is bound to do some damage. Here's how to protect your trees, dispose of branches and stay safe in the process: denvergov.org/Government/Age… #COwx

@denverbotanic 👏👏👏 #MileHighAutumn 🍂

Oh autumn! Please don't leaf us! 🍂 Did you take any fall photos of the Gardens? Share them below! 📍 Japanese Garden, Himalayan Garden, Ellipse Garden and Woodland Mosaic

Of all the things that go bump in the night, don't let it be one of your trees! Protect your home from one of Halloween's spookiest horrors: bit.ly/3rZaffc

Attention autumn admirers: Let’s celebrate the season by snapping and sharing photos of your favorite fall colors. 📸 🍁 Use the hashtag #MileHighAutumn and tag us on social media to win an @AceHardware gift card. Learn more: beasmartash.org/milehighautumn/

The colors on campus have been unbe-leaf-able lately! 🍂 #UniversityofDenver #FallInColorado

Turning our city green, one project at a time 🌱🏙️ Check out our new green infrastructure project. This improvement mimics natural systems to filter stormwater runoff and as a result improves water quality, reduces flooding risks, and enhances community livability!

Do you look forward to changing leaves as much as you do the return of pumpkin spice? 🍂 So do we! Capture the breathtaking beauty of fall and share it on social with us using #MileHighAutumn for a chance to win. For details on how to enter, visit: beasmartash.org/milehighautumn/

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Fall is a great time to plant a new tree. In fact, we think it's even better than spring! Find out why: beasmartash.org/2023/09/15/fal…

"Hi tree bestie! Thanks for the beautiful shade next to one of the prettiest parks. You're very well loved by all!" Jeana G. speaks straight facts about our beloved Bur Oak. Find your tree bff today: beasmartash.org/celebri-trees/