Tree Care

Virginia Tree Steward Training Manual – The training manual used for Virginia Tree Stewards, updated in 2020.
https://www.treesvirginia.org/images/pdfs/Tree-Steward-Training-Manual.pdf

The Tree Steward Training YouTube Channel – A repository of the most recent online Tree Steward trainings and educational sessions.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCinB3-TR4VOsviq-n6ikQXg

US Forest Service Tree Owner’s Manual – Like an owner’s manual that comes with automobiles and appliances, this includes a parts list, instructions for installation, tips for troubleshooting common issues, recommended service, and more.
www.treeownersmanual.info

Virginia Cooperative Extension – A state service dedicated to bringing university knowledge to the community. This website provides information, education, and tools you can use every day in caring for your trees.
http://pubs.ext.vt.edu/category/trees-shrubs-groundcovers.html

International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) – The professional association of certified arborists, provides the general public with quality tree care information. Check out the Benefits calculator on your own tree!
http://www.treesaregood.org/treeowner

Arlington County Public Tree Information
https://environment.arlingtonva.us/trees/

Alexandria City Public Tree Information
http://alexandriava.gov/Trees

How To Prune
https://www.fs.usda.gov/naspf/sites/default/files/publications/htprunerev2012.pdf

Choose Native Trees for Wildlife Habitat and Conservation Landscaping

• Plant NOVA Natives: https://www.plantnovanatives.org/
• Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/natural-heritage/nativeplants