Tree Tender Classes

At the heart of SKCP's tree program is the work the Old/South Kensington Tree Tenders, which includes neighbors who have been trained by our partners at the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) in the biology, care, and planting of trees. As the City of Philadelphia undertakes its first ever Urban Forest Strategic Plan, O/SK Tree Tenders are looking forward to the renewed interest and commitment to the planting and care of our neighborhood treescape. Register now to become a trained Tree Tender and join the effort. Scholarships available to those interested in participating in neighborhood tree care, contact: greening@southkensingtoncommunity.org

This virtual four-part program will teach any tree lover the basics such as identification, planting, tree biology, and proper care. As a participant, you will join a network of over 5,500 PHS Tree Tenders and will be joining one of the nation’s oldest and most respected volunteer urban tree care programs.

REGISTER NOW

PHS Tree Tenders Basic Training Webinars will take place 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm on Wednesdays and is a total of eight hours of training.

• September 22

• September 29

• October 6

• October 13

AND If you or your neighbors would like to see trees planted on your block please let us know. Old/South Kensington Tree Tenders will be planting in the Fall and are taking applications for trees to be planted in Spring '22..
You can fill out the form at https://pg-cloud.com/phs/?openform=request-a-tree or call 215-370-0099 or call/text 215-370-0099 for assistance in applying.

Street Tree Applications available now

In compliance with distancing guidelines, Old/South Kensington Tree Tenders Spring Community Tree Planting has been postponed until sometime in the Fall. Other maintenance and care activities have likewise been put on pause. We will let you know more and try to keep you inspired as information becomes available. Until then we are planning for the future, and Taking Applications for ADDITIONAL TREES to be planted in the Fall. Get in touch with your questions, ideas or If you would like to see trees on your block contact us ASAP by greening@southkensingtoncommunity.org
or by calling 215-370-0099

"What Tree is That?" click here for an online key

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Few things are as spectacular as a redbud tree in full spring bloom. Showy pink or reddish-purple blossoms adorn graceful branches. As the seasons progress, heart-shaped leaves emerge - reddish at first, dark green in summer and canary yellow in autumn.
Redbuds are integral to American history. Native American boiled the bark for medicinal uses and ate the flowers raw or fried. George Washington was also fond of this early spring bloomer, transplanting many to his Mount Vernon gardens.
Honoring Trees invites us to reflect on the splendor of trees, the challenges climate change and human stresses pose to trees, and our opportunity to respond with creativity and courage. The exhibition is cosponsored by arboretums and nonprofit organizations including the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) which help plant and care for trees and educate others about the importance of trees to our future.