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One of the things that sets Port Phillip apart from other inner city municipalities around the world is the abundance of trees in our streets. We have around 30,000 trees along our streets and several thousand more in our parks and open spaces. 1,000 new street trees are planted annually.
However, the continued low rainfall and water restrictions has had an impact on all of our city's trees. So, what can you do to help nurture our city's outdoor environment? Adopt a street tree!
Water
Your street tree will benefit greatly from regular watering. To conserve water resources collect water used for washing dishes, clothes and yourself and apply it to your street tree. Don't use drinking water! Grey water is a great alternative and is safe for the trees and your garden. Grey water comes from washing machines, bathtubs and kitchen sinks.
Any extra water put onto street trees is a bonus it will help them survive the harsh summer months.
The council's street tree watering program focuses on establishing new trees - watering them twice a week throughout spring and summer for the first two years until they are established.
Please note that Stage 3a Water Restrictions are now in place please go to www.southeastwater.com.au for any questions you may have on these current restrictions.
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Weeds & mulch
Weeds compete with tree roots for nutrients and water, so pull the weeds out! Applying mulch at the base of a tree will help retain water.
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Maintenance
Council has a contractor to prune, mulch, remove and plant trees. But you can help maintain the health of your tree by ensuring not to damage the bark and if you see any pests, disease or broken branches give us a call and we will take a look.
Trees sometimes fall victim to malicious acts of vandalism if you witness any tree being damaged please report it.
When mowing the grass around your street tree be careful not to damage the tree's bark. Use eServices to report problems with street trees or to ask us a question, request information or give us feedback about street trees. If you prefer phone ASSIST on (03) 9209 6777 or TTy (03) 9209 6713.
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