It’s only the beginning of March, but this month has been more lamb than lion. Temperatures in Philly over the past few weeks have averaged in the mid to upper 50’s, making it seem like spring has arrived early.
To make the most of your outdoor space this year, consider planting a new tree in your yard. Trees have many benefits, including some you may not have thought about before:
Environmental Benefits:
- Heat Reduction. Because of all the blacktop and impervious surfaces, the city gets very hot in the summer. Trees help to offset this heat by limiting the amount of sunlight that reaches buildings and streets.
- Air Quality. Trees improve air quality by acting as natural filters. They filter carbon monoxide and sulfar dioxide, and remove harmful dust and pollutants from the air we breathe.
Economic Benefits:
- Lower Energy Bills. Strategically placed trees on the west side of your home can reduce cooling costs in the summertime. For the winter, plant evergreen trees on the north side of your home to help stop winter winds and reduce your heating costs.
- Better Home Value. A well-landscaped home with healthy, mature trees is valued as much as ten percent more than a home with little to no landscaping. Trees can block unwanted views, and provide a natural privacy wall from neighbors.
Social Benefits:
- Aesthetics. Trees come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Flowering trees look beautiful in the spring, bringing a pop of color to your yard. Evergreen trees stay green in the winter, and look picturesque under a fresh snow.
- Stress Relief. It’s been shown that spending time outdoors among trees and green spaces reduces the amount of stress we carry around in our daily lives. Trees have a natural calming effect and help us to relax and re-center.
With Earth Day approaching in April, now is the perfect time to learn about tree planting and tree pruning to liven up your yard and help the environment. For more information about tree maintenance or tree removal services, contact Cenova Tree Care at 877-341-TREE.
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