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.