Over 187,000 trees planted through GRCA in spring

The annual Grand River Conservation Authority tree planting tally is complete and 187,200 trees were planted this spring, reflecting a higher demand for trees than last year.

The GRCA notes the vast majority of the trees (122,500) were planted on private land in 110 projects.

Through online sales and the annual May tree sale, 44,000 trees were sold to 156 customers. The GRCA also engaged the public in 15 planting events where 20,700 trees were planted. The general trend is toward smaller planting projects, because most of the large tracts of land within the watershed have already been planted.

In 2017, the GRCA was the winner of the Green Leaf Challenge in the small organization category.

The Green Leaf Challenge was set up for Canada 150 by the province and Forests Ontario to encourage planting across Ontario.