Trees For Houston collaborates with Chevron’s Tree Farm for Texas

Ever wonder why Texas has its own Arbor Day? There’s a good reason for this because, although trees can and are established in Texas in the spring, fall is generally a better time to plant them to ensure the tree’s success in its new home during cooler temperatures. Because of this, Texas established Texas State Arbor Day in 2013, and it falls on the first Friday of November.
On Saturday, Nov. 3, for the 20th anniversary of the Chevron Tree Farm in Humble, and to celebrate Texas Arbor Day, the Trees For Houston organization partnered with Chevron’s army of volunteers. Chevron volunteers and their families were on site at The Tree Farm, potting thousands of seedlings that will be distributed in the Houston area for various community projects.

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