By which we mean working together to densify the city’s tree canopy to the benefit, not just of the city, but the planet. And this: The greatest amount of permeable potential planting area is on single family residential lands. The city’s tree canopy study, revised in October, 2021, pointed to approximately 5,200 hectares of residential lands lying in wait for, say, a white oak. At the same time, residential areas present some of the greatest areas of opportunity to maintaining and expanding the city’s tree canopy.”Seizing that opportunity couldn’t be easier. From requesting a city tree to be planted on a property’s roadway allowance, to tapping the nonprofit organization LEAF to explore backyard options for a modest fee.

Source: thestar August 14, 2022 22:16 UTC