An American sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) in winter, only a few feet from
busy Montgomery Avenue in Lower Merion Township, Pennsylvania.
Trees in locations like this require special attention from experts if
they are to remain healthy and safe. (photo credit: Brice Dorwart)

 

The Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania is the official Arboretum of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.  The four main activities of the Morris Arboretum are education, research, outreach, and horticultural display.  Widely acknowledged as a national leader in tree care and land management, the Arboretum provides research and outreach services to state and local agencies, community institutions, and to citizens of Pennsylvania and beyond.

Trees are subtle and complex organisms, and although they can be beautiful and life-enhancing for people, they can also be dangerous if not cared for properly.  Misconceptions about tree care are common in the United States, and as a result, street and shade trees are often improperly planted and maintained.  Improper tree care practices shorten the life of the tree and can lead to potential hazards for people; therefore, it is important that tree care be left to qualified experts.   The Morris Arboretum’s Outreach Arborist Consultants are nationally and regionally recognized experts in tree care.  We are thoroughly educated in modern tree biology, and stay on the cutting edge of tree care theory and technology to give our clients the best possible service.  Our clients include landscape architecture firms, educational institutions, businesses, professional organizations, and federal, state, and local governments.

Please explore our web pages and learn more about us!

 

 

 

 

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