Carol Perchetti is dwarfed by the American Holly at her home. Carol and Joe Perchetti have an outstanding example of an American Holly tree (Ilex opaca) on their property on Springfield Road in Broomall. Typically associated with the Christmas season, their Holly tree was designated as one of Marple’s “Distinguished” trees by the Marple Tree [...]

Janis Egan, who coordinated MTC’s “Pride Day” activities, arrived early in the morning to set up the booth. On Saturday, October 13, the MTC participated in Marple Community “Pride Day,” an event sponsored by the Marple Township Businessmen’s Association, and held on the grounds across from the Fire Company on Malin Road. Eight members of [...]

Robert and Beverly Cella with their Japanese Snowbell tree purchased in April 2012 through the Re-Leaf Marple pilot program. The newly installed cage will protect it from deer damage over the coming winter. Help restore and preserve Marple’s Community Forest. With your purchase of a lovely landscape tree, the Marple Tree Commission will assist you [...]

A Golden-chain Tree (Laburnum x Watereri) owned by Lee and Gus Iatesta of Dogwood Lane was designated a “Distinguished Tree” at the Board of Commissioners meeting in June, 2012. The Golden-chain Tree is named for its pendulous, 12” – 20” chains of yellow flowers, which bloom in May. The tree, which is known to be [...]

“Recognizing that Marple Township’s community forest is essential to the health and well being of its residents, the Marple Tree Commission works to assure that the trees that grow within our township, on both public and private property, are respected and cared for. We seek to foster a sense of shared commitment by township residents [...]