A shade tree is “a tree grown primarily to produce shade.” Shade trees are typically at least 30 feet tall at maturity and have a broad canopy. Some examples of the many different shade trees are the Northern catalpa, the sassafras, and the sugar maple.

• Trees provide shade and help cool surrounding areas.
• Trees limit erosion and reduce flooding.
• Trees provide a habitat for wildlife.
• Trees absorb carbon dioxide, provide oxygen, and reduce the effects of climate change.

• At least 20 tree species can be found in Wood Park.
• The trees in Wood Park are native to North America, Europe, and Asia.
• Trees recently planted in Wood Park include a Kentucky coffeetree, an American beech, a bald cypress, and a black gum.
• Trees absorb pollutants like ozone, nitrogen dioxide and sulfur dioxide through their leaves and trap dust, ash and smoke.

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https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shade%20tree
https://www.arborday.org/trees/treefacts/