Resources - All about Trees

Abiotic Tree Stressors: Non-living (abiotic) stressors abound in cities and towns, making it a tough for trees to grow and stay healthy. Penn State Extension.

Benefits of Trees: by the Morton Arboretum, Champion of Trees.

Fairfax County Urban Forest Management.

Fairfax County Master Gardeners Association Diagnostic Lab: Submit a sample for diagnosis of a problem or id. Free of charge. Here's how to do it.

Homeowner Tree Book: Information on tree selection and siting.

How to Plant a Tree: Fairfax Tree Stewards' tried and true method of planting a 15-gallon containerized tree developed through lots of experience.

How to Kill a Tree

International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) - Trees are Good. The ISA certifies arborists. You should always verify that your arborist is ISA certified. The ISA also has pamphlets on Best Practices for all things trees.

i-Tree - Use i-Tree to calculate the monetary and environmental benefits of your trees. See how much carbon dioxide and air pollution your trees remove, as well as storm water impacts.

Invasive Trees and Plants in Fairfax County.

Managing Mature Trees: Caring for mature trees to protect their health and prolong their longevity. download

Manual of Woody Landscape Plants, Michael A. Dirr

Maximum Tree Age and Longevity: Jay C. Hayek, Illinois Extension Forestry Specialist. Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Sciences

Search Trees - photos with detailed information from Morton Arboretum.

Trees Virginia: Training Manual for Tree Stewards with video supplements.

US Forest Service Tree Owners Manual.

Virginia Big Trees Program: a database of 3 of the largest specimens of over 300 tree species in Virginia. See State and National Champions.

Virginia Cooperative Extension Service publications about trees.

Virginia Cooperative Extension training manual for Certified Advanced Master Gardener Tree Stewards.

Virginia Tech Dendrology Factsheets