Need some shade? We
got you covered.
Workshop participants will learn how to qualify for a
free tree in the parkway in front of their home, a benefit offered by the
Santee Neighborhood Tree Planting Program.
Shade trees reduce the need for air conditioning, reduce greenhouse gases and increase property values.
“The benefits of a shady tree in your parkway far exceed the
average $10 annual cost to water it, ” said Annette Saul, Santee’s parks and landscape supervisor. “Summer is right around the corner and we can
all benefit from more shade and energy savings.”Shade trees reduce the need for air conditioning, reduce greenhouse gases and increase property values.
Under the program,
the city will plant a shade tree in parkway between the sidewalk and the
street and trim and maintain the tree over its lifespan. To qualify, a homeowner
must sign an agreement promising to water the tree. Several species of trees
are available, including those that are deciduous as well as evergreens.
“There are an estimated 700 vacant parkway sites in Santee
where shade trees could be planted, so it would be great to get more trees in
the ground to help the city become more sustainable and beautiful,” Saul said.
Saturday’s workshop is part of the Green Day at the Lakes
event, which includes tree planting and activities for children from 8:30 a.m.
to 11:30 a.m.
To RSVP for the workshop, contact Cfrazier@padre.org or call (619) 258-4792.
For more details on the Neighborhood Tree Planting Program,
contact Annette Saut at (619) 258-4195 ext. 101 or asaul@ci.santee.ca.us
