Invest From the Ground Up – Community Tree Planting Program a Huge Success
What a Successful Planting Day! February 15th was our big day for the Invest From the Ground Up Community Tree Planting Program and it was a smashing success. We had an amazing turnout with very few hiccups! The final numbers will be out next month, but it is safe to...
“Trees are Messy” – Part II: Seeing the Glass Half Full
There are many wonderful uses for tree leaves, flowers and fruit that can make one forget the concerns about messy trees altogether.
“Trees are Messy” – Part I: Tips for Controlling Your Trees Yield
It’s a fact that life is messy but that’s actually what makes it interesting. It’s how you look at life that creates your reality and the same goes for trees.With a little effort, we can appreciate the benefits of trees and not be bothered by the natural tree cycle....
Roots of Success: Invest From the Ground Up – Bakersfield
Guest blog by Cathy Butler, Executive Director of the Bakersfield Downtown Business Association, an organization dedicated to advancing and promoting business and economic interests in downtown Bakersfield. The Invest from the Ground Up - Bakersfield campaign kick...
Trees: Good for Jobs and the Economy
Guest blog by Kyle Anderson of Express Employment Professionals (EEP), a staffing agency with over 600 offices in the United States. Whenever companies are in need of new employees, Express takes care of recruiting, screening, and interviewing potential workers....
It’s hot in the city
It's 86°F outside the city, but not far away, in the downtown area without trees, temperatures are significantly hotter—in the 90’s—people are sweltering, air conditioners are on full blast, sidewalks are being damaged, air pollution is up. This is becoming an...
Trees can transform a downtown business area… here’s the proof!
Guest Blog by Dana Karcher, Market Manager for Davey Resource Group and Board President for the Western Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture. Maybe you’ve seen some interesting price tags showing up on Bakersfield trees. Or perhaps you’ve...
Imagine Trees First Friday Event – October 4th 5-9pm
Join your neighbors on October 4th, from 5-9pm for a fun and festive First Friday event dedicated to trees. Our Imagine Trees will take place on Eye Street between 18th and 21st Streets in Downtown Bakersfield. The evening will include: Beautiful tree-themed art by...
10 Myths about Trees
Here at Invest from the Ground Up headquarters, we hear a lot of tree myths floating around. Read on to learn about some common misconceptions about trees. Myth 1: Anyone can plant a tree correctly! Truth: It’s true anyone can plant a tree, but to growing a...
Trees Reduce Energy Costs
Did you know that just three trees properly placed around a house can save up to 30% of energy use? Staying cool can be a matter of life or death Summer’s here and that means picnics, pools and peaches but it also means HOT days. Last week, my neighbor commented to...
Invest From the Ground Up launches in Bakersfield!
There’s no denying we’re in the heat of summer. With temperatures rising over 100 degrees, Bakersfield is literally baking in the summer sun! There’s no better time of the year to give thanks to trees for the cooling effect they have on our homes and streets. While...