The purpose of this collection is to display tree species used for urban planting. Trees play a vital role in the urban environment where all too often the reality is asphalt and concrete.
Trees reduce wind speed and cool the air by transpiring water from their leaves.
Trees also shield us from UV sunlight. 136 trees representing 33 varieties were planted in the Rotary Tree Grove. These trees where chosen primarily for aesthetic reasons. When choosing an urban tree keep in mind the conditions it must live in. Urban soils are often compacted, low in organic matter, laden with salt, and often have utility lines overhead.