Trees 101
Before getting started, you should get to know your wooded property.
Our Urban and Community Forestry page shows you how trees benefit towns and communities.
Information and guidelines to help landowners manage their property.
- Introduction to trees
- How to choose a tree
- How to select the right tree and the right location.
- How to plant a tree
- How to plant a tree seedling
- All about planting trees and shrubs.
- How to prune a tree
- How to prune to promote strong branches.
- How to fertilize a tree
- Look up Forestry Terms
- What is an Arborist?
- Acorn Collecting and Handling Procedures
- Tree Identification - pictures and information on the trees of Virginia.
- Christmas Trees - Learn how to select and care for your tree - plus much more!
See tree planting in pictures or a slide show.
Tree Health and Disease
Additional Tree Care Information
Landscaping
- Landscape Manual. This publication from the Louisa County Forester is a guide to help protect existing trees as well as provide information and guidance on selecting, planting and maintaining new trees. Also available in a print version (English; PDF format).
- Landscaping to Reduce Your Risk From Wildfire. These protection and prevention tips can help landowners living in the wildland urban interface.
