HUNTSVILLE – Don’t let falling leaves fool you when it comes to fall planting.
Fall in the Deep South, all the way through November, is one of the best times of the year to plant sapling trees and shrubs. The soil is still warm and protective of root growth and cooler temperatures eliminate heat stress on new saplings. The autumn rainfall helps plants develop a strong root system before winter, and there is much less threat for bugs and diseases as temps cool down.
There are two huge tree-planting projects on the agenda over the next couple of weekends.
On Saturday, from 9 a.m. to noon, the Green Team will join the Land Trust of North Alabama to plant 1,000 saplings at Wade Mountain. Volunteers are not only welcome, but needed. All supplies will be provided.
Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle and the city’s Green Team will also take advantage of cooler temps and, hopefully, sunny skies Nov. 5 for the mayor’s official Tree Planting Day at John Hunt Park off Airport Road.
From 350 young saplings, a flourishing tree canopy will take root, beautifying John Hunt Park for years to come. Landscaping will be an important aspect of the newly expanded park and the multi-use developments growing with it.
Not only is the public invited to drop in from 9 a.m. until noon and help with the planting, but the Green Team will give away seedling trees for volunteers to take home and plant, while a limited supply lasts.
The team will also provide complimentary coffee, popcorn, donuts and litter cleanup supplies.
For more information, call the Green Team at (256) 532-5326.
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