GreenBlue Urban Canada

Did you know winter can be one of the toughest seasons for trees? 🌨️ Extreme cold, fluctuating temperatures, and urban stressors like salt and compacted soil can weaken trees, leaving them vulnerable to damage, pests, and disease. Taking the time to care for them in winter ensures they remain healthy and strong come spring! Here are 8 essential winter tree care tips to help your trees thrive: 1️⃣ Mulch roots to insulate against frost and retain moisture. 2️⃣ Wrap young or thin-barked trees to protect them from frost damage. 3️⃣ Prune trees during dormancy to encourage healthy spring growth and reduce disease risks. 4️⃣ Water during dry spells. 5️⃣ Use alternatives to salt-based de-icers near trees to avoid root damage. 6️⃣ Guard trunks against pests. 7️⃣ Gently remove snow from branches to prevent breakage. 8️⃣ Inspect for weak branches or structural issues. #TreeCare #Winter

Check out this installer's testimonial on our soil cell system! Its flexible, plug-and-play design streamlines landscaping projects for contractors. 🛠️ Learn More: https://lnkd.in/eebF5E8k #EasyInstallation #GreenInfrastructure

Smart urban infrastructure connects mobility with livability. 🛣️ This grade separation project in Toronto is a great example of that. The high-traffic roadway was expanded to six lanes, with an additional bike lane, and separated from a rail line, enhancing safety and easing traffic flow for all road users. Strategic tree plantings along the corridor reduce noise, help calm traffic, and provide shade. Our soil cells support these trees, helping them thrive in the urban environment. A win for infrastructure, a win for the community. #TorontoTrees #UrbanDesign #SustainableCities

Empowering designers with responsive support is at the heart of what we do! Recently, a client shared how we stand out from the competition: “We worked with GreenBlue Urban on a design project and your customer service was tops. Every question we had was answered quickly. We had worked with your competitor on other projects and had a lot of questions, however most of them went unanswered as their rep wouldn’t return our calls. The competitor's rep was in our area multiple times, however never had time to meet with us.” When design challenges arise, we're committed to: • Providing prompt, thorough answers to every question • Offering insight and project-specific advice • Supporting design professionals throughout their entire project Want to see how we can help streamline your next design project? Follow our page for updates or connect with our team! 🤝 #DesignSupport #CustomerService #UrbanDesign

Before, just a street to drive through. Now, a destination. At first glance, this street might have seemed unremarkable, but the city of Montreal has brilliantly reimagined its potential. The cozy, shaded seating, widened sidewalks, and greenery encourage pedestrians to linger longer. And when visitors spend more time, they tend to spend more money, too – boosting local businesses by 9-12%. Mature trees are key to these benefits. Learn how the ArborSystem accelerates tree growth, helping landscape professionals achieve their vision faster: https://lnkd.in/ecFUkzfX #UrbanPlanning #LandscapeArchitecture

𝗗𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 = 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗟𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 The ArborSystem is engineered to outlast the infrastructure it's installed in. Made from 100% HDPE, it boasts remarkable durability, breaking down only under UV light—a non-issue since it's safely buried underground where it’s unaffected by UV exposure. This longevity means less liability for installers, thanks to the reduced risk of failure. Plus, we back our confidence with a 30-year warranty. With installations dating back to 2000, GreenBlue Urban’s ArborSystem has a proven track record of durability. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/ecFUkzfX #FAQFriday #UrbanGreening #GreenInfrastructure

When planning this outdoor plaza, designers focused on creating a cozy, screened-in eating area shaded by lush green trees, knowing this would be more appealing to customers than the previous stark, open space. Urban forestry plays a crucial role in softening the harsh lines of cityscapes, adding natural beauty, and giving a sense of peace and security. 🌳 A common challenge in urban tree planting is the limited space available. Often, narrow planting areas don't provide enough soil volume for shade trees to reach maturity. On this Peterborough, Ontario project, our soil cells were used to complement the narrow open planters. This solution ensured ample uncompacted soil for the trees, while still allowing room for and supporting the sidewalk. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/eebF5E8k #UrbanOasis #SustainableDesign #UrbanForestry

What most don’t realize is that gravel-based structural soil – widely used in urban landscapes – is actually 𝟴𝟬% 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟬% 𝘀𝗼𝗶𝗹.  And while it’s better alternative than compacted soil, it might be costing you more than you think – both financially and in tree longevity. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: 🪨 Trees quickly exhaust limited soil resources – leading to premature tree decline 🪨 Compacted to 85% proctor density – leading to poor draining 🪨 Leads to weak, fibrous rooting that impact the stability and health of the tree 🪨 Needs a much larger footprint to provide sufficient soil 𝗦𝗼𝗶𝗹 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝗶𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗮 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗲-𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲: 🌳Very high usable soil volume 🌳Better root development 🌳Smaller installation footprint 🌳Lower true cost per cubic metre of usable soil 𝗣𝗿𝗼 𝘁𝗶𝗽: 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁, 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗶𝗹 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗲 = 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀. Rethink your urban tree planting strategy. Your trees (and clients) will thank you. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/eJKbUs4R #LandscapeArchitecture #UrbanForestry #SustainableDesign

#FAQFriday - How much longer will a tree live in the ArborSystem vs. in a typical urban planting application? The ArborSystem replicates a forest's natural environment, enabling trees planted in it to potentially thrive as long as a tree in a forest setting when: 🌳      The amount of soil cells used provides sufficient soil volume for the specific tree species 🌳      Planting follows recommended best practices 🌳      Proper post-planting maintenance is implemented GreenBlue Urban has thriving tree installations dating back to our first soil cell projects in 2001. In contrast, traditionally planted street trees typically survive less than 10 years. The right approach makes all the difference. Curious about the long-term value? Join our webinar on the ROI of Mature Urban Trees: https://lnkd.in/exygueF5 #FAQFriday #UrbanForestry #SustainableCities

Beautiful pavers, widened sidewalks, benches, and…dead trees? Landscape architects carefully weigh over plant selection, matching street furniture, and focus on the overall aesthetic of their projects. While the visible elements are important, success often hinges on laying the proper groundwork, especially for urban tree planting. 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘀𝘂𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝗼𝗶𝗹 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗲, 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗿𝘂𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝗿 𝘂𝗻𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘀. Our research-backed ArborSystem is engineered to help urban trees grow larger and healthier, enabling designers to create vibrant landscapes that stand the test of time. To learn more about how soil mediums compare, check out our research: https://lnkd.in/e-qExvmM #LandscapeArchitecture #TreeCare #SoilScience