Custodial and Grounds
A well-trained custodial and grounds crew knows what to do, why they are doing it, and how best to take care of park maintenance. This area contains resources applicable to staff organization, health and safety, and efficient logistical approaches to improve custodial and grounds operations.
Selecting Community Trees in a Changing Climate
Penn State Extension, 2020
Choosing resilient and adaptable trees for your community can ensure a healthier and fuller tree canopy for the long term.
Spring is Tree Planting Season
Penn State Extension, 2021
Proper planting and aftercare techniques will ensure the success of new trees.
Community Tree Plans: A Guide for Tree Commissions and Advisory Councils
Penn State Extension, 2007
"This article explains planning hierarchies and putting tree planning into practice, including effective administration
Conducting a Community Tree Inventory
Penn State Extension, 2015
Street and park tree inventories provide information for the planning, design, planting, maintenance, and removal of community trees.
Mulching Landscape Trees
Penn State Extension, 2018
Mulches are materials placed over the soil surface to enhance landscape beauty, improve soil conditions, protect plants from foot traffic and lawn equipment, and suppress weeds.
Annual Budgets for Community Tree Programs
Penn State Extension, 2016
This article explains the essentials of budgeting for the costs of a community tree program each year. It includes a community tree budget worksheet.
Annual Work Plans for Tree Commissions
Penn State Extension, 2016
Annual Work Plans for Tree CommissionsDevelop an annual work plan for a municipal tree commission to ensure public trees receive the regular care they need to remain attractive, healthy, and safe.
Herbicides and Forest Vegetation Management
Penn State Extension, 2014
"This article examines the use of forestry labeled herbicides to manage woodland vegetation, including choosing the right herbicide
Maintaining Forest Property Lines
Penn State Extension, 2020
Property line maintenance is one of the most important aspects of land ownership. Well-marked boundaries can help ensure your assets are protected. This article and associated video will teach you how to maintain and mark your property lines.
Planting Bare-root Tree Seedlings in Spring
Penn State Extension, 2020
Bare-root seedlings are commonly used for large tree planting projects. They should be planted in early spring when seedlings are dormant. This article, and included video, will explain how to properly care for and plant bare-root tree seedlings.
Transplanting or Moving Trees and Shrubs in the Landscape
Penn State Extension, 2007
When you realize that a large shrub or tree was planted in the wrong spot in your landscape what do you do?
Introduction to Groundskeeping
Beacon Athletics, 2021
Beacon Athletics developed Groundskeeper U to help baseball grounds crews get on the same page, doing things the right way. When you complete these introductory modules and lessons, you’ll be equipped with all the basic knowledge you need to avoid common groundskeeping mistakes and become a contributing member of your crew.
Invasive Plants
HortTube with Jim Putnam, 2020
This video highlights common ornamental plants found in home and park landscapes that become invasive problems.
The Effects of Invasive Species
New Jersey Audobon, 2020
This video highlights invasive species common to the mid-Atlantic region and demonstrates some of the effects specific species can create when uncontrolled.
A Guide to the Control and Management of Invasive Phragmites
US Fish & Wildlife Service
The goal of this guide is to provide information about effective methods to control and manage phragmites.
