Temple Terrace’s ‘Trees for Preservation’ Have Arrived

Living up to Temple Terrace’s Tree City USA designation isn’t easy.

The program, sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation, has some pretty strict standards to follow.

To make sure the city keeps its good standing, the Temple Terrace Preservation Society lends a hand with its Trees for Preservation project. The adopt-a-tree program enables residents to sponsor trees for planting along the city’s roads, in its parks and along the golf course. Trees purchased through the program are also used to replace those lost to disease or age.

“The majestic oaks and other varieties of trees that canopy much of Temple Terrace are a natural source of beauty and pride for the City,” explained society member Tim Lancaster in an email. “Part of the Tree City USA mandate is to be continually proactive in the care and management of the community’s trees.”

This year’s “Trees for Preservation” have arrived and will soon be planted throughout the city, the preservation society reported on its Facebook page.

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The 2013 crop of trees includes two 15-gallon longleaf pines, two 15-gallon sand live oaks and one 15-gallon bald cypress. Donors included Ron and Judy Govin, June Mansfield, the Temple Terrace Garden Club and the Temple Terrace Woman’s Club, according to the Facebook page.

To donate contact Tim Lancaster at tim@lancasterdesign.biz.

Donations are also being sought for the purchase of more trees. Sponsorship ranges from $35 for a 15-gallon tree to $65 for a 30-gallon tree. For more information contact, Lancaster at tim@lancasterdesign.biz or see the PDF application included with this story.

The City of Temple Terrace also has its own adopt-a-tree program. More information is available on the city’s website.

See also:

• Adopt-A-Tree Program Takes Root
• Residents Provide Homes to Florida Saplings