Urban Tree Care

Urban Tree Care

Urban Tree Care

Learn about the unique challenges of caring for urban trees, including how to spot issues before they get too big, with ISA Master Arborist Dave Leonard.

The Arboretum, State Botanical Garden of Kentucky 500 Alumni Drive Lexington, KY 40503

Last Revised: Nov 26th, 2025

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Event Description

Urban trees face many challenges including pollution, poor soil conditions, and high temperatures. Drawing on over 50 years of arboricultural experience, Dave Leonard (ISA Certified Arborist, Board Certified Master Arborist, Registered Consulting Arborist) has seen many challenges faced by city trees. In this seminar, Dave will share the challenges these urban trees face; how to spot these issues, and ideas to improve the conditions for trees in your landscape. Handouts will be available.

This event is free, but registration is appreciated and space is limited. To sign up, email us at arboretum@uky.edu

This event is part of the Community Naturalist Seminars

Contact Information

Scott Smith
Acting Director

500 Alumni Drive Lexington, KY 40503

+1 (859) 257-6955