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ENVIRONMENT
Boyce Thompson Arboretum, partners team for 100 Tree Spree plantings
October-December drive kicks off Saturday in Superior
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Boyce Thompson Arboretum invites residents to the ceremonial planting of the first trees of the 100 Tree Spree this Saturday in Superior.
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IF YOU GO
What: First plantings of the 100 Tree Spree
When: 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 23
Where: Boyce Thompson Arboretum, 37615 E. Arboretum Way, Superior
More Information: Email crystal.jennings@laneterralever.com
Boyce Thompson Arboretum 37615 E. Arboretum Way Superior, AZ
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Located about an hour west of Phoenix, Boyce Thompson Arboretum invites residents to the ceremonial planting of the first trees of the 100 Tree Spree.
Kicking off their centennial celebration, the Arboretum is partnering with public institutions, schools and nonprofits in planting 100 native trees (for free) throughout the Valley and its neighboring communities from October through December.
The first trees will be planted starting at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 23 at Boyce Thompson Arboretum, 37615 E. Arboretum Way, in Superior.
“As we face a future impacted by climate change, we know that stewardship of the land and all creatures is vital. An effective way to combat the many pressures our environment is facing from the ongoing climate crisis is to plant trees,” an Arboretum press release states. “Trees provide shade, thus reducing energy costs, clean our air, offset carbon emissions, improve water quality and promote biodiversity.”
Boyce Thompson Arboretum, Arizona's oldest and largest botanical garden, is managed by the nonprofit Boyce Thompson Southwestern Arboretum 501(c)(3). The 372-acre facility has nearly five miles of paths and trails through plant exhibits from 11 of the world's deserts, a native riparian habitat and colorful specialty gardens.
