Planting trees is a worthwhile goal as long as tree species are carefully selected and correctly planted. When trees are planted, they are planted selectively and with purpose. Without upfront planning and follow-up tree care, a newly planted tree may become a future problem instead of a benefit to the community. Reference the recommended species list in the Cleveland Tree Plan.
When planting trees, it is important to be cognizant of the following:
There are 1,727 potential planting sites in Buckeye-Shaker Square and 888 in Cudell. In addition, once existing stumps are mitigated via stump grinding, those sites may be available for planting. There are 67 stumps in Buckeye-Shaker Square and 19 in Cudell.