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The Art of Pruning
December 29, 2025
Pruning is both an art and a science; the art is making clean, confident cuts, and the science is knowing when, where and how to prune so your plants grow stronger, healthier and more beautiful. So, why prune? Proper pruning keeps plants the right size, prevents weak branch structures, increases sunlight and removes dead or diseased wood. If you want to dig deeper, and discover the best times to prune, Alabama [more]
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity leans into community service
December 1, 2025
Green Team is proud to spotlight the work of the Delta Theta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., whose commitment to community service and civic pride is the perfect fit for Adopt-a-Spot. Founded on the principles of Manly Deeds, Scholarship, and Love for All Mankind, the chapter saw Adopt-a-Spot as a natural extension of their mission. “Stewardship of the environment aligns perfectly with our values,” Casmere H. Taylor, chapter [more]
Read MoreDig Into December: What to Plant This Month
November 29, 2025
December is a wonderful time to plant trees, shrubs and perennials. Adding garden center gift cards or a few special plants to your holiday wish list can help you create living memories that last a lifetime. Here are a few excellent choices to brighten your garden and holiday arrangements: Southern Magnolia – A true Southern classic, this evergreen beauty reaches 60–80 feet tall and is beloved for its glossy leaves and large [more]
Read More‘Tis the season of giving
November 25, 2025
Green Team is inviting everyone to give something simple this holiday season – time. Just one hour spent picking up litter on the street, or in neighborhoods and parks, can make a real difference toward a cleaner, greener community. Team up with a friend, go solo, or organize a quick group clean-up, every bit helps keep Huntsville beautiful. Need supplies? Green Team will provide bags and gloves for neighborhood clean-up efforts. To [more]
Read MoreVolunteers Help Expand Huntsville’s Tree Canopy at Cavalry Hill
November 10, 2025
In a tree-de-force, more than 80 community volunteers gathered at Cavalry Hill Community Center on Saturday, Nov. 8 for Cavalry Hill Tree Planting Day. The planting event celebrated community spirit and environmental stewardship as participants worked together to plant more than 250 trees in just over an hour. District 1 Council Member Michelle Watkins, Landscape Management Director Brian Walker and Green Team Manager Niki Sothers rolled up their sleeves planting trees [more]
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