Forestry

About Forestry

Saint Paul Parks & Recreation Forestry is responsible for the management of trees on city streets and city parkland including tree planting, removal, pruning, stump removal and disease and pest management. Forestry collaborates, coordinates and partners with community members, local non-profit organizations, and government agencies to advance urban forest stewardship. 

Boulevard & Park Tree Management

Planting Pruning Tree Removal Disease & Pest Management Boulevard Tree Permit (Free) Storm Response  Tree Care Recommendations Emerald Ash Borer Tree Trust Partnership Grant Funded Programs

Private Property Trees

Disease & Pest Management Planting Private Property Tree Disputes Tree Care Recommendations Storm Response Licensed Tree Care Companies 

Events & Activities

• Arbor Day
• Como Park Tree Trek
• Horton Park Arboretum
• Saint Paul Tree Stewards Program

Publications

• Street and Park Tree Master Plan
• Urban Tree Canopy Assessment
• Recommended Tree Species List

Community Partners

• Minnesota Shade Tree Advisory Committee
• My Minnesota Woods
• University of Minnesota Urban Forestry Outreach and Research Nursery