A Healthy Landscape Contributes to a Healthy Home

Here at Champion Tree & Plant Health Care, we're all about making your landscape beautiful and a smart investment that brings joy to your life in more ways than one. Did you know that having just one tree on your property can give you an average annual financial boost of $220.75?

Having healthy trees and shrubs around isn't just a good investment; it's also fantastic for your health and happiness. And those benefits? Well, they're just plain priceless.

Did you know that a single large tree with a crown diameter of 33 feet can capture and retain up to 332 gallons of water? But that's not all – trees serve as nature's filtration system, effectively removing pollutants from stormwater runoff. Their essential role doesn't just prevent flooding; it significantly elevates the water quality in our local streams and watersheds.

With the right amount of tree cover, you can lower summer daytime temperatures by as much as 10 degrees Fahrenheit. The effect is quite noticeable from neighborhood to neighborhood, even down to the scale of a city block. 

In 2004, Japan’s National Land Afforestation Promotion Organization conducted an experiment and discovered that a forest stroll had beneficial effects on blood pressure, heart rate and immune system. They also found that people who just looked a forest view for 20 minutes had a 13% lower concentration of cortisol.

Researchers at the University of Illinois have unveiled remarkable findings regarding the influence of trees in large housing developments. In neighborhoods graced by trees, residents reported increased social interactions, a greater sense of safety, and a 52% reduction in crime rates compared to treeless areas. Notably, residents in tree-rich environments also noted improved emotional and physical well-being. This research underscores the vital role of trees in enhancing community life. 

A team of scientists has been analyzing the health effects of a lack of foliage, specifically in the city of Detroit where the emerald ash borer (EAB) beetle has killed many trees. Based on data pulled from the Women’s Health Initiative Survey, those in EAB-ravaged areas were 25% more likely to suffer from certain kinds of cardiovascular disease. This discovery underscores the critical need for trees in urban environments, not only for their aesthetic beauty but also for the profound benefits they bring to our health and well-being.

Researchers at the University of Exeter's medical school have uncovered a promising link between urban trees and reduced hospital admissions for asthma in polluted areas. Their study reveals that individuals residing in densely tree-populated neighborhoods in polluted urban settings experience significantly lower rates of asthma-related hospitalizations. This discovery highlights the remarkable potential of trees in mitigating the adverse effects of air pollution and fostering respiratory health in our cities.

A study of more than 400 children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder has found a link between the children’s routine play settings and the severity of their symptoms. Those who regularly play in outdoor locations with lots of green (grass, trees, shrubs, etc.) have milder ADHD symptoms than those who play indoors or in built outdoor environments.

New York’s Mount Sinai Hospital was redesigned so that all recovery wards have a view of Central Park. Roger Ulrich, director of the Center for Health Systems and Designs at Texas A&M University found that just being in a green space reduced stress levels and blood pressure in patients. 

A team of environment researchers at the University of Vermont report an inverse relationship between tree canopy and variety of crimes in the city of Baltimore and county regions. They concluded that a 10% increase in tree canopy was associated with roughly a 12% decrease in crime. 

"Marielle is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to plant and tree healthcare. I recently hired her to check on the health of a beautiful crab apple tree before we installed some landscape lighting attached to its branches. She advised that the tree is healthy and explained the importance of trimming water shoots. I highly recommend Champion Tree for all your plant healthcare needs."

~Sean P.

Our Integrated Pest Management Programs ensures a flourishing landscape and positive impacts to your well-being.  Schedule a free assessment to learn more about our annual tree and plant health care programs.