Julius Sterling Morton, the founder of Arbor Day, said, “Arbor Day is not like other holidays. Each of those reposes on the past, while Arbor Day proposes for the future.” The newspaper editor and politician declared the first Arbor Day in Nebraska in 1872 to encourage the planting of trees. The holiday has grown to be celebrated worldwide, and reminds us of the beauty and purpose of trees. And the connection to the western suburbs? Morton’s son, Joy Morton, founded The Morton Arboretum in Lisle, IL, which continues the celebration of trees through research, education and by creating a beautiful environment for all to enjoy.
Morton started planting trees in the 1800s for the beauty they provide and to improve the environment. Since then, we’ve learned much more about their positive impact on the environment and how they enhance the beauty and value of our homes. According to Treepeople.org, the environmental benefits include absorbing carbon dioxide to help with climate change, cleaning the air by absorbing pollutants and giving off oxygen. When planted next to our homes, they provide a cooling effect in the summer which can help us cut air conditioning costs, help save water and prevent soil erosion. And these benefits don’t even address the beauty they provide. We think Morton left the world with an annual reminder of the critical importance of trees that is even more important today. We hope you celebrate Arbor Day by choosing to plant a beautiful tree in your own outdoor living space.
We in the Naperville area are fortunate to be able to choose from a huge variety of trees that thrive here. Choosing a tree for your home can seem daunting, but with a little planning, you can soon be enjoying a beautiful tree that you and your family will enjoy for years.
To choose a tree, think about where in your outdoor living space it will be planted. Are you looking for a tree to provide shade for your patio? Privacy for your property line? Spring or fall color interest? Some trees grow more quickly than others, and some have wide-spreading limbs, while others are more compact in their growth pattern. Sometimes it helps to visit a nursery to get a feel for which tree you will prefer for your home. That’s where O’Donovan Landscaping can help. We have a huge selection of trees, including mature trees, ready for delivery and planting at your home. We have designers who will work with you to choose the right tree for you. We also design and install hardscapes and lighting to create the outdoor living space of your dreams.
Take a drive out to our nursery in Plainfield, where you can walk among the trees and other plant material we provide. Our phone is (815) 436-6806. We have been in business in the Naperville area since 1967, and our thousands of satisfied customers are enjoying the benefits of trees and other landscaping materials they’ve chosen from us. We hope to see you this spring!
