Tree Care 101
Taking care of your tree is important right from the start. To learn the basics from planting to watering to pruning your tree check out this booklet. You can also learn more about the right place to plant your tree to collect rainwater and avoid utility problems. Most trees are either not watered properly or […]
Tree Propagation protocol
Have you ever wanted to grow your own trees? Here is a guide to some of our native trees and some desert-adapted trees. These are all grown from seed and the process is slightly different for each tree, so check the booklet to see how to grow your favorite tree. All of our native trees […]
Ten Best Practices for Using Native Treesin Urban Environments to Improve Urban Climate Change Resilience
Using our natural rainwater and stormwater to water your trees and learning the needs of our native trees can help our native plants grow and last. Many native trees can last hundreds of years if treated well and given a good start. Where you plant your tree and how you harvest rainwater can provide this […]
Native Trees for Tucson
Here are some of the best trees to plant in Tucson to increase Tucson’s climate resilience. They provide native habitat for wildlife and require less water than some non-native species. Native trees are less likely to lift the pavement and don’t require as much fertilization as nonnative trees.
Volunteer Safety Guidelines
Learn essential volunteer safety guidelines, including tips on staying alert, proper attire, sun protection, hydration, handling hazardous materials, and working safely during daylight hours. Be Present, Be Safe: – Embrace the moment. Avoid distractions like cell phones and headphones. Keep your ears and eyes open for your safety and for the safety of those around […]
Other Cleanup Resources
What Other Resources Are Available for Community Cleanup Projects? For community projects not qualifying for assistance as an Adopt-a-Park & Public Areas site please check with these entities for additional resources that may apply: Volunteer Opportunities In Tucson Litter and beautification efforts are a region-wide issue and there are a variety of entities addressing this concern. There […]
Buffelgrass & Invasives
Tucson Clean and Beautiful is part of a collaboration with the City of Tucson, Pima County, University of Arizona, and the Desert Museum to bring buffelgrass and other invasive plant species to a manageable level on Tucson’s iconic A Mountain and Tumamoc Hill over the next five years. Help Save Our Saguaros and fight back with hands-on […]
How to adopt a road, park, or public site?
Thank you for your interest in adopting a public site! This is an excellent opportunity to reduce litter in your area and directly contribute to a safer, more beautiful Tucson. We have options to adopt a road, park, or wash. Officially adopting a site means you commit to monthly cleanups and reporting afterwards to keep […]
Planting & Maintenance
Planting and maintaining your tree is easier than you might have imagined! There are four key components to tree planting and care: Location Planting Watering Pruning Don’t forget to think about passive rainwater harvesting on your site to keep your trees happy and healthy! Berms and basins are easy to build and maintain, and will […]
Why Hire An Arborist?
Arborists specialize in the care of individual trees. They are knowledgeable about the needs of trees and are trained and equipped to provide proper care. Hiring an arborist is a decision that should not be taken lightly. Proper tree care is an investment that can lead to substantial returns. Well cared-for trees are attractive and […]
