Parks and Recreation

A disease called Thousand Cankers has been found in Colorado and is proving fatal to all black walnuts infected.  Denver Forestry anticipates that in the coming year or two, many black walnuts begin to look unhealthy and eventually die in Denver.  Below are resources to learn more about the disease, what to do if you receive a notice to remove a black walnut, how to hire a tree care contractor and about re-planting programs.

 

	Thousand Cankers Disease Information about the disease		Notice to remove Removal process explained
	How to find a contractor Denver licensed tree services		Planting Programs Find a new tree

 

 

 

Have you received a notice to have your walnut removed and wondering what to do next? You must remove the infected tree by the deadline on the notice. We are more than happy to work with you through every step of the process. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can help you avoid any unforeseen fees. Contact us.

Denver Forestry licenses all tree services that may provide services in Denver. Each company provides proof of insurance and under goes rigorous testing.

Click here for a complete list of Licensed Tree Services.

Still have questions? Feel free to contact us.

Would you like to have a new tree planted? There are many ways to get a new tree. Here is a list of programs currently available:

Trees for Energy Savings

• A program of the City and County of Denver
• Provides and plants trees free of charge in the front yards of homes that face west
• Services only select neighborhoods in Denver
• For a complete map of neighborhoods serviced and more information visit Mile High Million

Denver Digs Trees

• A program of The Park People in partnership with Denver Forestry
• Provides low cost and free trees throughout Denver
• For more information visit Denver Digs Trees