Making Greenville greener means more than simply planting trees. It means planting the right trees. Native species are the best choice for our city because they thrive in our climate, support local wildlife, and require less maintenance over time. When we choose…
How It All Began The idea for Community Tree Day started with Public Works’ Ken Jackson and Kevin Heifferon. Back in February 2011, they imagined what would happen if the community came together to plant trees in one day. That first planting was the beginning of a…
When we think about trees, the first images that come to mind might be a shady spot to rest, a splash of fall color, or a place for kids to climb. But trees give us much more than beauty and shade. In Greenville, planting trees is one of the most powerful ways we can…