This day is now observed nationwide in the U.S. and in several other countries. Trees are of great value to communities and nations. Landscaping, especially with trees, can increase property values as much as 20 percent. One acre of forest absorbs six tons of carbon dioxide and puts out four tons of oxygen. This is enough to meet the annual needs of 18 people.
Trees can be a stimulus to economic development, attracting new business and tourism.
Commercial retail areas are more attractive to shoppers, apartments rent more quickly, tenants stay longer, and space in a wooded setting is more valuable to sell or rent. The planting of trees means improved water quality, resulting in less runoff and erosion. This allows more recharging of the ground water supply. Wooded areas help prevent the transport of sediment and chemicals into streams. All rights reserved.