North Kentucky News

Volunteers are invited to participate in a tree-planting event scheduled for Saturday morning in Peaselburg, Covington, Kentucky. The event is organized by the Covington Urban Forestry Board and the City’s Forestry Division as part of their biannual community initiative. The aim is to plant at least 52 trees along Russell Street and W. 20th Street.

Participants are requested to gather before 9 a.m. at Glenn O. Swing Elementary School's parking lot located at 501 W. 19th St., from where they will proceed with planting until noon or until all trees have been planted.

Patrick Moore, Covington Urban Forester, explained that these events occur every spring and fall as part of the mission to enhance the city's tree canopy. "Tree plantings are both fun and productive," Moore said. "It’s rewarding to see how the Covington community gets engaged and takes pride in beautifying its surroundings."

Moore highlighted additional benefits: "Not only are tree-line streets aesthetically nicer but it’s also scientifically proven that people who live in areas with a lot of trees enjoy better health," he stated. "Plus, trees filter out pollutants in both the air and groundwater, provide cooling shade, and block street noise."

The species selected for planting include black gum (tupelos), Kentucky yellowwood, redbud, hawthorn, and Osage orange cultivars.

Volunteers are advised to wear suitable clothing such as boots or sturdy shoes and clothes that can get dirty. They should bring gloves and shovels if available; however, some equipment will be provided on-site. Refreshments will be offered by Keep Covington Beautiful.

For further information on how an enhanced tree canopy can benefit neighborhoods, residents can visit the City’s Urban Forestry page under “Benefits of trees.”