Native trees in Toronto facts for kids
Have you ever wondered about the trees growing around you in Toronto? Native trees in Toronto are special because they grew here naturally, long before people brought other types of trees from different parts of the world. Toronto is part of a unique area called the Carolinian forest. This forest is home to many different kinds of plants and animals.
Sadly, over time, many native trees were cut down to build homes and ships, or for heating. Also, new trees brought by settlers from Europe and Asia have taken over some areas. Today, you can still find many of Toronto's original trees in the city's beautiful ravines, parks, and along the waterways. The type of trees you see often depends on the soil in that area.
The city's Urban Forestry Services works hard to plant native trees on city land. They also encourage everyone in Toronto to plant native trees in their own yards. This helps bring back the natural beauty and balance of the local environment.
What are Toronto's Native Trees?
Toronto is home to many amazing native tree species. These trees are perfectly suited to the local climate and soil. They also provide important food and shelter for local wildlife. Here is a list of some of the native trees you can find in Toronto:
- Ash trees
- Aspen trees
- Basswood trees
- Beech trees
- Birch trees
- Cedar trees
- Cherry trees
- Chestnut trees
- Dogwood trees
- Elm trees
- Hackberry trees
- Hawthorn trees
- Hemlock trees
- Hickory trees
- Hop-hornbeam trees
- Hornbeam trees
- Larch trees
- Maple trees
- Mountain-ash trees
- Mulberry trees
- Oak trees
- Pine trees
- Sassafras trees
- Serviceberry trees
- Sycamore trees
- Walnut trees
- Willow trees
