Newly Planted Trees in Leucadia/Tree Envy in Oceanside
Recently when I’ve passed through Encinitas and Leucadia in north county San Diego, I’ve noticed all of the new trees planted next to freeway exits and along the 101 Coast highway. The new landscaping of trees is pretty to look at and it makes me feel good. I wonder, why can’t we add more trees in Oceanside along our freeway off-ramps and especially at the entrance of Oceanside Harbor? I only see city workers adding more rocks to the already heavy cement-centered landscaping.
Here are the benefits of trees….
Urban landscaping, including trees, helps lower crime rates.
Studies show that urban vegetation slows heartbeats, lowers blood pressure, and relaxes brain wave patterns.
Trees produce oxygen, intercept airborne particulates, and reduce smog, enhancing a community’s respiratory health.
Access to trees, green spaces, and parks promotes greater physical activity, and reduces stress, while improving the quality of life in our cities and towns.
Trees sequester carbon (CO2), reducing the overall concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
Homes landscaped with trees sell more quickly and are worth 5% to 15% more than homes without trees.
Where the entire street is tree-lined, homes may be worth 25% more.
Trees enhance economic stability by attracting businesses; people linger and shop longer when trees are present.
Where a canopy of trees exists, apartments and offices rent more quickly and have a higher occupancy rate; workers report more productivity and less absenteeism.
A mature Valley Oak will use less water annually than an average suburban lawn.
A tree adds moisture to the the air, which helps with drought. (google pine trees Lanai).
A tree added to an indoor space greatly improves air quality, improve concentration and productivity, reduce stress levels and boost your mood.
And so much more……
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