Delaware plants its 75,000th tree as state parks turn 75
In short
- Delaware planted its 75,000th tree in state parks during the system's 75th anniversary.
- The planting completed a five-year goal across 17 state parks.
- A wider program aims to plant one million trees by 2030.
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The planting finished a five-year goal across 17 state parks. The trees include a range of species, including American holly, chosen to improve environmental quality and make parks more inviting. The wider aim is one million trees by 2030, and the source does not say how far along that work is.
From Times of India
Delaware celebrates the planting of its 75,000th tree in state parks, coinciding with the park system's 75th anniversary. This achievement contributes to a larger goal of planting one million trees by 2030. The initiative features diverse tree species, driven by the support of community volunteers. Notable trees like the American holly were chosen to improve environmental quality and provide inviting spaces for the public.
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Delaware has a big state park system. This year, people planted its 75,000th tree during the parks' 75th birthday. The trees will give shade and homes to animals for many years. What tree would you like to plant in a park near you?
