Healthy trees are key components of many green spaces. They provide shade, support entire ecosystems, and often have emotional connection for people living nearby. The most prominent trees in urban areas are often the oldest. Trees form a barrier from sound, shielding parks from traffic noise. They provide respite along roads during hot summers, provide seasonal features amidst grey urban buildings, and urban forests provide unique habitats for many different species.
Many of these benefits are highly linked to tree size and vitality.
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