You can turn a New York City tree bed into an oasis for pollinators.

Pick

The best tree beds for gardening have:

tree guards around them

adequate space to plant around the tree

soil that is not too weedy or compressed

a well-established tree.

nearby businesses and residents who are supportive of your tree bed garden

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Protect

In order to help your garden survive the New York City streets, you will need a tree guard to protect your plants from pets, humans, and strollers.
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Prepare

Clear out weeds, litter, and aerate the soil to prepare your tree bed for planting.
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Plan

Plan out your tree bed and get a detailed planting guide.
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Purchase

Find nurseries and online stores to purchase the plants and materials for your tree bed.
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Plant

Learn how to properly plant in your tree bed, even if you encounter roots.
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Pamper

Keep your tree bed thriving by regularly watering, weeding, and cleaning it up.
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