New trees and shrubs planted near Tigard

  • 2020-04-04
There are 35 acres of shrub and oak wetlands habitats in the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge that now have 100,000 native shrubs and trees due to the work of professional tree planters.

Residents of Tigard will want to enjoy this new vegetation during the spring season.

One Tree Planted put forward a donation to make this project possible. This is part of an effort in the region which the foundation is supporting to ensure that 1.5 million shrubs and trees are planted by the end of this year. Promise the Pod, a regional campaign, is also working to support work to restore key salmon habitats in streams, rivers, and wetlands along the west costs of the state so that orca populations will have improved resources.

Flyer printing can be used to make those in the area aware of such resources and their importance for wildlife.

The new trees and shrubs were planted near the entrance to Refuge and along the edges of the wetlands. The Bonneville Environmental Foundation said that among the species of trees that were planted are Douglas spiraea, willow, crabapple, and Oregon white oak. The trees can easily be seen and will provide food sources for birds, fish, and pollinators, as well as offering new opportunities for viewing the landscape.

The public can visit the new habitat and wildlife refuge every day from dawn until dusk.