Forman Shade Tree

10/28/2022

Some inside photos of the awards ceremony at the NDSU Tree bowl on September 10th. It was wonderful to see all the people out representing their cities, and NDSU were amazing hosts!

06/25/2022

This Northern Pin Oak was planted in memory of Eugene Miller next to Lake Lithia.

03/02/2021

Forman Shade Tree Committee is gearing up for Spring!
Please tell us if there are dead or diseased trees that need to be removed, trees that need pruning, or if there are areas on the boulevard or in the parks where you would like to see a tree planted.

Be as specific as possible for location. Pictures are great too.
Thank you to our Tree City Community!

12/15/2020

The Rockefeller tree represents more than just an iconic holiday attraction. For the 12th consecutive year, NBCUniversal has partnered with us by committing to plant one tree for each of the 50,000 bright bulbs strung around this year’s tree. A huge thank you to NBCUniversal for showing the world how 1 tree can become 50,000.

Learn more about the impact these trees are making at https://arbordayblog.org/corporate-partners/spreading-holiday-cheer-how-one-tree-becomes-50000/

Photo Credit: Heidi Gutman/NBC

10/22/2020

https://arbordayblog.org/treecare/trees-for-wildlife/

A common thread that runs through the fabric of America is our love for wildlife.

10/22/2020

https://fieldingtreeandshrubcare.com/help-your-trees-recover-from-winter-die-off/

Even in the midst of harsh weather, winter can offer some spectacular nature views. The beauty of the sun sparkling off of trees and shrubs coated and frozen in ice is a marvelous sight. But you’re snug in your coat, and trees are seemingly unprotected from the elements. An alarming thought occurs...

10/22/2020

https://blog.davey.com/2020/07/signs-of-tree-boring-insects/

Common tree borers include the Emerald Ash Borer, Locust Borer, Bronze Birch Borer, and Longhorned Beetles. Learn which types of trees are at risk, where you’ll find these tree borers, common tree symptoms, and how to get rid of the tree borer.

10/22/2020

https://blog.davey.com/2016/09/what-spider-builds-webs-in-trees-and-how-to-get-rid-of-them/

What are those web looking things in trees? Surprisingly, a spider didn't build it. Fall webworms did. Find out how to get rid of fall webworms and their webs.

06/23/2020

Are there sick or dead trees in your Forman neighborhood? Let us know where they are. Call city hall 724-3673 or send us a message on Facebook.

06/09/2020

The pandemic is giving us a lesson in life, hope and death. It’s one we should never forget, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff

06/08/2020

06/08/2020

What's wrong with my tree? Need some help figuring it out?

The Forest Health program provides statewide surveys to assess threats of our trees and forest resources, provides technical assistance and training for natural resource professionals, arborists/city foresters, and educators, and provides timely reports documenting pests conditions.