Arbor Day is April 25, marking a day of hope and appreciation for trees and all that they bring to the environment for those who celebrate. Trees help to reduce the erosion of topsoil caused by ...

In 1874, Arbor Day was named a state holiday, and April 22 was selected as the observance date. It was considered an ideal planting date, and it was also Morton’s birthdate.

The annual April holiday centers around the planting and conservation of trees, but there's more to the Arbor Day story than just appreciating a shady grove. Learn all about National Arbor Day ...