Landscaping Tree Information The following list of trees thrive in Ogden’s environment.  This list will help you with characteristics of all the different trees when you are landscaping your home.  For park strip trees, please see the list of approved trees for your park strip.  The Urban Forester has chosen certain trees with specific characteristics.  These trees are chosen due to their root growth, height, branches, and durability.  When planting your new tree make sure you blue stake your property.  This will help avoid cutting or damaging any underground utility lines.  You can reach blue stakes at 1-800-662-4111.  Also make sure you have obtained the proper permits if you will be planting your tree in the park strip or on public property.  Please call 629-8284 for more information. Approved Tree List Landscape Tree List

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The International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) created www.treesaregood.com to provide the general public with quality arboriculture, or tree care, related information. ISA’s mission is to educate and help the public acquire an understanding of the importance and value of proper tree care. ISA focuses on networking and communicating with others from throughout the world to collaborate and obtain the latest researched, quality information on arboriculture-related news, techniques, and technology. This website is an excellent source to attain information on tree care and related subjects.