Tree and Shrub Seedlings Sale:

The DEC’s annual spring seedlings sale is now, and runs through May 14. Every seedling planted will help the state to progress in its goal to plant 25 million trees by 2033. Click here to read the CBS News bulletin

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Niskayuna’s 2024 Arbor Day

The 2024 annual Niskayuna Arbor Day celebration will happen at the Niskayuna Town Hall on Saturday, April 27 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.   The celebration will start at 9:30 am on Friday, April 26th, with the planting of three American Sycamore trees along Nott Street East (see discussion of the American Sycamore below). On Saturday, there will be tables […]

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2022 Great Tree Hunt Winner

Submitted by Jordan Frank. The circumference at 4 feet above the ground is 24 feet 7 inches. Possibly a Poplar.It is located just inland from the Mohawk River near the back end of the wastewater treatment property off Lock 7 Road. It is accessible from the bike path, but may be easier to get to from the treatment plant road.

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Niskayuna’s 2023 Arbor Day Event

April 29, 2023 Come join us for Niskayuna’s annual Arbor Day event which this year will held on Sat, April 29 at the Niskayuna Town Hall from 11am-1pm, rain or shine! There will be free trees given out to Niskayuna residents (while supplies last). We have a large variety of trees/shrubs to choose from this year! They include: arborvitae (white […]

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2023 Arbor Day Trees

Arborvitae/White Cedar: Evergreen tree, commonly sheared for a hedge; light green color; excellent for wildlife food & cover; grows on various soils but prefers moist loamy soils. The American arborvitae grows to a height of 40–60′ and a spread of 10–15′ at maturity. Full sun is the ideal condition for this tree, meaning it should get at least six hours […]

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