Moorestown Arbor Day Event Takes Place April 25 at Wesley Bishop Park

Moorestown’s annual Arbor Day celebration takes place April 25 at the north entrance to Wesley Bishop Park, 10 a.m.

A shade tree will be planted to illustrate good planting tips, and tree seedlings will be distributed throughout the township’s schools.

The event is sponsored by the Moorestown Improvement Association, Moorestown Township, the Tree Planting and Preservation Committee and Public Works.

For more information about the Arbor Day event, email the Tree Committee at moorestowntrees@gmail.com.

Additionally, the Moorestown Tree Planting and Preservation Committee is reminding residents about good mulching around trees.

Mulch should never be piled up against a tree trunk. Mulching in a “volcano” shape can make the tree more susceptible to fungus, insects, and rodents. Instead mulch  in a “donut” shape. Keep mulch 6 inches from the trunk and mulch out as far as the branches extend above. Keep the mulch 2-4” thick. Every spring, break up old mulch and add new to maintain a 2-4” layer.

Properly applied mulch: 

• Prevents soil compaction;

• Retains water in the soil for tree roots; 

• Keeps lawn equipment from damaging the trunk;

• Moderates temperature; 

• Reduces competing vegetation; and

• Provides nutrients to the tree as it breaks down.