Over the past few years, many trees in yards were lost due to storms, drought, insects, disease, and stem girdling roots.
To combat these losses to New Brighton’s urban & community forest, the City provides a list of recommended shade trees for property owners who are interested in replacing a lost tree or enriching their landscape. While some of the species are hard to find, this list is for residents wanting guidance on what to plant.
A diverse canopy avoids problems like Dutch Elm Disease or periods of summer drought that over time leads to the loss of many mature trees.