Trees are marvelous living organisms that transform water, carbon dioxide, and a
few minerals into structures that are both beautiful and useful. Trees are the tallest,
most massive, longest-lived living things ever to grow on earth, yet some species
are shrub-like while others tower hundreds of feet towards the sky. Trees vary in
almost every way imaginable - size, color, shape, form, structure, needs, sensitivity,
and resistance.
Trees are an important part of Pennsylvania’s landscape and history, providing a
wealth of benefits to the residents and visitors of the Commonwealth. It’s right
in our name - Pennsylvania means “Penn’s Woods” named for its founder William Penn.
Nearly 60% (or 17 million acres) of Pennsylvania’s 28 million acres are forested.
Whether it be a large tract of forested land, a small wooded homesite, a backyard
shade tree, or a row of street trees, they all serve a purpose and provide benefits
such as shade, color, beauty, wildlife habitat, clean water and air, and increased
property values.
This information was compiled by Penn State Extension Urban Forester Vincent Cotrone to help answer many of your questions....
Penn State University - Cooperative
Extension
Pennsylvania DCNR - Bureau
of Forestry
Pennsylvania Community
Forestry Council
PennDel Chapter of International Society of Arboriculture
USDA Forest Service
NEPA Urban & Community Forestry Program
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