Downtown Street Trees

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This project has concluded.

Update: At their meeting on Thursday, February 24 City Council reviewed the public input for Downtown Trees. The result was strongly in favor (72.9%) for the Eddie's White Wonder Dogwood. After discussion and evaluation of the ability of Public Works to secure the trees, Council approved a motion to select the Eddie's White Wonder Dogwood to be planted this spring in the 21 empty tree wells in Downtown Ridgefield. Thank you to all who participated in this survey!

Pie chart and text of the survey results ‘Cascara 29, 17.5%, Douglas Hawthorn 16, 9.6%, Eddie’s White Wonder Dogwood 121, 72.9%.’ and text ‘Eddie’s White Wonder Dogwood selected by council on Thursday, February 24.’

SURVEY RESULTS:

  • Cascara 29, 17.5%
  • Douglas Hawthorn 16, 9.6%
  • Eddie's White Wonder Dogwood 121, 72.9%
Have you noticed that several street trees were removed in Downtown Ridgefield?

The City recently hired a certified arborist to evaluate all of the trees in Downtown to determine if they were in need of care or were hazardous. Trees that presented with an immediate hazard were marked and removed. These trees will be replaced with a new tree and we are seeking public input to help make the decision.

The City has selected three options for replacement based on several criteria:
  • Appearance - flowering in the spring and attractive in the fall
  • Native - to the area
  • Low Maintenance requirements
  • Appropriate size and rooting to avoid damage to pedestrian sidewalk.

We solicited community input on preferred trees on this site. The survey window ended on Monday, February 21 and the study will be presented to City Council on Thursday, February 24. You may visit the "Tree Options" tab below to learn about each of the three trees being considered as a replacement.

Update: At their meeting on Thursday, February 24 City Council reviewed the public input for Downtown Trees. The result was strongly in favor (72.9%) for the Eddie's White Wonder Dogwood. After discussion and evaluation of the ability of Public Works to secure the trees, Council approved a motion to select the Eddie's White Wonder Dogwood to be planted this spring in the 21 empty tree wells in Downtown Ridgefield. Thank you to all who participated in this survey!

Pie chart and text of the survey results ‘Cascara 29, 17.5%, Douglas Hawthorn 16, 9.6%, Eddie’s White Wonder Dogwood 121, 72.9%.’ and text ‘Eddie’s White Wonder Dogwood selected by council on Thursday, February 24.’

SURVEY RESULTS:

  • Cascara 29, 17.5%
  • Douglas Hawthorn 16, 9.6%
  • Eddie's White Wonder Dogwood 121, 72.9%
Have you noticed that several street trees were removed in Downtown Ridgefield?

The City recently hired a certified arborist to evaluate all of the trees in Downtown to determine if they were in need of care or were hazardous. Trees that presented with an immediate hazard were marked and removed. These trees will be replaced with a new tree and we are seeking public input to help make the decision.

The City has selected three options for replacement based on several criteria:
  • Appearance - flowering in the spring and attractive in the fall
  • Native - to the area
  • Low Maintenance requirements
  • Appropriate size and rooting to avoid damage to pedestrian sidewalk.

We solicited community input on preferred trees on this site. The survey window ended on Monday, February 21 and the study will be presented to City Council on Thursday, February 24. You may visit the "Tree Options" tab below to learn about each of the three trees being considered as a replacement.

This project has concluded.

  • Cascara (Rhamnus purshiana)

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    Description:
    This small native tree boasts small flowers and purple fruit that feed many native birds. Its foliage turns brilliant yellow in autumn.

    Mature Height: 30 feet

    Mature Spread: 15 feet

    Tree Shape: Upright oval

    Leaves: During growing season, the broadly oval leaves are dark green. As autumn deepens, the leaves turn first clear yellow, then rich gold.

    Flowers: In May, small green-white flowers appear that have a slight, spicy scent.

    Fruit: Plump and rounded berries spend the summer turning green, then red, then black as they ripen.

    Native: Yes. This native tree grows from northern British Columbia south into California and east into Idaho and Montana.

    Interesting Facts: Butterflies are attracted to the flowers, and many native birds are attracted to the fruit. The bark is famous for its laxative and tonic properties.

    Update: At their meeting on Thursday, February 24 City Council reviewed the public input for Downtown Trees. The result was strongly in favor (72.9%) for the Eddie's White Wonder Dogwood. After discussion and evaluation of the ability of Public Works to secure the trees, Council approved a motion to select the Eddie's White Wonder Dogwood to be planted in the 21 empty tree wells in Downtown Ridgefield. Thank you to all who participated in this survey!

  • Douglas Hawthorn (Crataegus douglasii)

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    Description:

    Hawthorns are classed as small ornamental trees characterized by their spreading rounded crowns, profusion of flower clusters and tart fruit. Small thorns (1-2 cm long) grow along the branches.

    Mature Height: 25 Feet

    Mature Spread: 15 Feet

    Tree Shape: Rounded crown of spreading branches.

    Leaves: Glossy, leathery leaves create a canopy of dense foliage. In fall, the leaves turn shades of orange, yellow or red.

    Flowers: Clusters of creamy-white flowers cover the branches in mid-to-late spring.

    Fruit: Clusters of bright dark purple or black fruits add color in fall and winter.

    Native: Yes, this tree is native to northern and western North America, but is most abundant in the Pacific Northwest.

    Interesting Facts: The flowers attract butterflies, moths and other pollinators. Various birds feed on the berries.

    Update: At their meeting on Thursday, February 24 City Council reviewed the public input for Downtown Trees. The result was strongly in favor (72.9%) for the Eddie's White Wonder Dogwood. After discussion and evaluation of the ability of Public Works to secure the trees, Council approved a motion to select the Eddie's White Wonder Dogwood to be planted in the 21 empty tree wells in Downtown Ridgefield. Thank you to all who participated in this survey!

  • Eddie's White Wonder Dogwood

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    Description:
    This exceptional hybrid between our native Western dogwood and the eastern North American one has beautiful large white flowers that open in Spring. It has outstanding red Fall color.

    Mature Height: 25-30 feet

    Mature Spread: 15-20 feet

    Tree Shape: Somewhat pyramidal due to layered pattern of branches.

    Leaves: Dark green summer foliage turns to rich red in the fall.

    Flowers: Large white flowers grow to more than four inches in diameter in the spring.

    Fruit: After flowering, the tree develops small orange to red fruits decorate the branches in winter.

    Native: Yes

    Interesting Facts: The fruits are popular fall and winter food for birds. The blossoms are a major nectar source for pollinators. Provides shelter, shade and nesting sites for local bird species.

    Update: At their meeting on Thursday, February 24 City Council reviewed the public input for Downtown Trees. The result was strongly in favor (72.9%) for the Eddie's White Wonder Dogwood. After discussion and evaluation of the ability of Public Works to secure the trees, Council approved a motion to select the Eddie's White Wonder Dogwood to be planted in the 21 empty tree wells in Downtown Ridgefield. Thank you to all who participated in this survey!