Frequently Asked Questions

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  • For information on tree care please see the
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  • Mulch piled up into a cone around the trunk kills trees by encouraging decaying fungi, killing the tissue of the inner bark, and harboring animals that gnaw on the bark. Please view the attached document for information on proper mulching techniques.
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  • Procedure for requesting to plant a tree in the right of way

    1. Send the request to the STC at stc@redbanknj.org or fill out the Request Form.

    2. STC will inspect the location to make sure it is an appropriate planting location

    3. If it is determined that it is an appropriate planting location, STC will refer you to the List of STC Recommended Species for you to choose the tree species taking into consideration whether there are wires overhead or not

    4. The following is required for planting the selected tree species

    a. The tree should be planted by a known landscape company or nursery

    b. The tree should be 3.-3.5" caliper in size at the time of planting.

    c. The tree should be staked

    d. The landscape company/nursery should guarantee the tree for 2 years

    e. Planting should be either in the spring or fall depending on the tree species selected

    5. Inform STC as soon as the tree has been planted

    6. STC will inspect the tree. If it passes inspection, STC will install a gator/water bag on the tree.

    7. Please fill the gator bag once a week until the tree has established itself, about a year or so.


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  • No. You may not attach a flyer to any Borough tree.
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  • The Arbor Day Foundation has a good on-line guide for putting the right tree in the right place. See the link below.
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    • Attend STC meetings to learn about local activities.
    • Plant trees in your own yard.
    • Support funding for tree planting and care.
    • Make a donation to the Red Bank Shade Tree Trust Fund.
    • Become a "tree steward" for your neighborhood.
    • Contact the Shade Tree Committee about volunteer opportunities.
    • Report any tree problems to the Department of Public Utilities.
    • Learn and educate others about the Benefits of Trees.
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  • Borough trees are those planted on the borough right-of-way. Typically, the borough right-of-way includes the road, the planting strip between the curb and the sidewalk, the sidewalk itself, and often extends a few feet into your front lawn. Trees in the public parks are also borough trees. If you are not sure whether a tree belongs to you or the borough, please contact the Shade Tree Committee.
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  • Please contact the Shade Tree Committee, so we can certainly discuss your request with you.
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  • Procedure for requesting to plant a tree in the right of way

    Send the request to the STC at stc@redbanknj.org or fill out the Request Form.

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