A FOREST WITHIN A GARDEN: THE LONG-TERM LEGACY OF SUSTAINABLY MANAGED TREES IN PUBLIC GARDENS.

The article discusses the importance of sustainably managed trees in public gardens, highlighting their role in botanical collections, environmental health, and community well-being. It emphasizes the benefits of public gardens as spaces for relaxation, inspiration, and biodiversity, connecting people to nature. The Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) has developed the world's first Urban and Community Forest Sustainability Standard to guide the care of trees for present and future generations, with a focus on human health, biodiversity conservation, and climate smart management. Public gardens can use this standard to enhance their tree management programs and demonstrate their commitment to sustainability. [Extracted from the article]