Welcome to the Minnesota Shade Tree Advisory Committee. Our mission is to advance Minnesota's commitment to the health, care and future of all community forests.

The Minnesota Shade Tree Advisory Committee (MnSTAC) is recognized throughout Minnesota for its expertise, advice, coordination, and support in matters related to community forestry. It is an advocate for public and private community forestry interests statewide and serves as a forum for the exchange and dissemination of ideas and information. learn more

Take care of your trees in the summer

To reduce birch leaf miner damage keep birch roots cool and shaded. Use a four inch depth of woodchip mulch under the canopy of the tree.

Prune trees for clearance over streets and sidewalks and near signs. Many cities require 13 feet of clearance over streets and 8 feet over sidewalks.

OTHER TIPS:

To prevent the spread of oak wilt disease, don't prune any oak tree in May or June.

Use lawn and garden chemicals with care. Shade trees, like dandelions, are broadleaf plants.

Water Trees! Trees need at least one inch of rainfall each week May through July and a little less in August and September.