Arbor Day is Friday!
Tuesday, April 26th, 2011
Friday, April 29th is Arbor Day a special day set aside to encourage the planting and proper care of trees. So what do trees have to do with saving water? Let’s take a look:
1. A well placed tree can reduce energy use in your home up to 40%. Did you know that the electrical power industry is one of the greatest consumers of water for cooling and other processes? This means that saving energy, ultimately saves water. Find some great design and tree placement tips in the Water - Use It Wisely design section.
2. Here in central Arizona it has been found that up to 70% of water use is outdoors, so watering your yard efficiently is one of the best and easiest ways to save water. However, there are so many trees available that are beautiful, functional and low-water using. Check out the plant selection guide on our site of low-water use trees, shrubs and more we make available on our site. You can also request our free colorful booklet, Landscape Plants for the Arizona Desert from your Water - Use It Wisely water provider.
3. Plants don’t save water, people do! OK, so trees can’t provide every benefit. We know they help clean pollutants from the air, replace CO2 with oxygen, reduce water pollution and provide great habitat for wildlife. However, to really save water, they have to be watered properly by you. Water - Use It Wisely has a simple guide to keep your plants healthy and beautiful while saving thousands of gallons of water a year in your landscape. Just check out our Landscape Watering by the Numbers: A Guide for the Arizona Desert.
If you’re ready to celebrate Arbor Day by planting a tree, we’ve got one more helpful resource. Our planting trees and shrubs guidelines will teach you the latest University of Arizona planting recommendations for best success.
If you want to attend a tree planting ceremony in your community, contact your town or city for opportunities. The City of Mesa will conduct tree planting ceremonies at Augusta Ranch Park, 9455 E. Neville, and at S. Dobson Ranch Park, 2359 Dobson Road at 10 a.m. Tree experts will discuss proper tree care and the proper planting methods at each site. Find details on tree plantings, landscape nurseries’ Arbor Day specials, tree selection, planting and tree care guides, how to hire a tree care expert and more.
