Category: Trees
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City marking ash and hazard trees for removal starting fall 2025
The City of Guelph is currently marking public trees for removal later this year. Trees in parks and natural areas that are hazardous, and ash trees infested and killed by the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) are being marked with an orange “X” to designate them for removal.
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City updates Private Tree Protection Bylaw
The City of Guelph Council has adopted an updated Private Tree Protection Bylaw, modernizing how the removal and injury of trees on private property is handled.
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Guelph grows together! Register for our Community Tree Giveaway
Starting April 22 at 10 a.m., Guelph residents can register for up to two free, native trees for their yard though our Community Tree Giveaway. Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on May 6 or when stock runs out.
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City begins annual hazard tree removal
The next step in the City’s annual tree removal program is set to begin. Trees in parks and natural areas that are hazardous, including ash trees infested and killed by the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), were identified and marked for removal earlier this year. Removals will begin on or around November 25.
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Tips for managing fall yard waste in Guelph
This fall, Guelph residents have four ways to get rid of their leaves and yard waste: Mulch leaves and leave them on your lawn for healthy grass next spring or use leaves – whole or mulched – to insulate and protect your garden beds over winter. From now until December 1, bag leaves or put them in…
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Meadow maintenance underway in Guelph parks and natural areas in August
We’re preparing for yearly meadow mowing, which takes place between mid-August and the end of October, depending on the site and weather conditions.