Yorkville in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Trees of Carl Schurz Park

— Carl Schurz Park Conservancy —

Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), August 31, 2025

1. Trees of Carl Schurz Park Marker

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Trees of Carl Schurz Park. . Facts. Trees are our largest natural workforce. They provide habitat for animals and insects, clean our air, and mitigate weather extremes.,

. Unlike humans, trees pull carbon dioxide out of the air and release oxygen. . Trees then use the carbon for their growth, which contributes to greener air. . Trees help filter and absorb stormwater, keeping contaminants out of surrounding waterways. . Trees offer protection and habitat for birds, insects, and other wildlife, and provide nutrition in the form of seeds, fruit, nuts and sap. . Trees provide an essential canopy that protects humans, plants and animals from extreme heat and exposure.

Did you know? Despite initiatives to plant trees and protect forests, humans cut down nearly 10 billion trees each year., Focus. We have approximately 650 trees comprised of 120 species in Carl Schurz Park. These trees capture 30,000 pounds of CO2 annually and store 700,000 pounds of carbon. Here are two important types of trees in the park:, Oak Trees (Quercus) This stately species is the most ecologically beneficial tree, a cornerstone of the entire food web. More than 500 species of insects rely on Oaks for part of their life cycle. Caterpillars, the main source of protein for birds and their young, depend on Oak leaves for food and habitat., The park currently has 24 Oaks, some of which were planted by people, while others were planted by squirrels or birds., Crabapples (Malus) In the park, you'll find 28 Crabapple trees. They are the caterpillar host plant for more than 300 types of butterflies and moths. Crabapples bloom in spring and are an early season pollen source for insects. In fall, the fruit is eaten by several species of birds., Future. Human activity is responsible for the majority of tree loss worldwide. Their health is also affected by extremes in weather, invasive insects, and diseases. In Carl Schurz Park, the increased intensity of major storms has been the biggest culprit. In 2020, Tropical Storm Isaias toppled nine mature trees and damaged several others., To address these challenges the Conservancy is:

. promoting healthy trees through twice yearly pruning. . improving soil conditions around trees. . replacing dead trees with more disease and weather resistant native species. . deep root fertilizing and aerating at-risk trees.

Steps you can take to join in the effort:

. Plant natives: Oaks are the most beneficial of all. . Respect street trees which are vital to urban health. . Protect tree bases from foot traffic by planting ground cover or surrounding with mulch.

Facts
Trees are our largest natural workforce. They provide habitat for animals and insects, clean our air, and mitigate weather extremes.

• Unlike humans, trees pull carbon dioxide out of the air and release oxygen.
• Trees then use the carbon for their growth, which contributes to greener air.
• Trees help filter and absorb stormwater, keeping contaminants out of surrounding waterways.
• Trees offer protection and habitat for birds, insects, and other wildlife, and provide nutrition in the form of seeds, fruit, nuts and sap.
• Trees provide an essential canopy that protects humans, plants and animals from extreme heat and exposure.

Did you know?
Despite initiatives to plant trees and protect forests, humans cut down nearly 10 billion trees each year.

Focus
We have approximately 650 trees comprised of 120 species in Carl Schurz Park. These trees capture 30,000 pounds of CO2 annually and store 700,000 pounds of carbon. Here are two important types of trees in the park:

Oak Trees (Quercus)
This stately species is the most ecologically beneficial tree, a cornerstone of the entire food web. More than 500 species of insects rely on Oaks for part of their

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life cycle. Caterpillars, the main source of protein for birds and their young, depend on Oak leaves for food and habitat.

The park currently has 24 Oaks, some of which were planted by people, while others were planted by squirrels or birds.

Crabapples (Malus)
In the park, you'll find 28 Crabapple trees. They are the caterpillar host plant for more than 300 types of butterflies and moths. Crabapples bloom in spring and are an early season pollen source for insects. In fall, the fruit is eaten by several species of birds.

Future
Human activity is responsible for the majority of tree loss worldwide. Their health is also affected by extremes in weather, invasive insects, and diseases. In Carl Schurz Park, the increased intensity of major storms has been the biggest culprit. In 2020, Tropical Storm Isaias toppled nine mature trees and damaged several others.

To address these challenges the Conservancy is:

• promoting healthy trees through twice yearly pruning.
• improving soil conditions around trees.
• replacing dead trees with more disease and weather resistant native species.
• deep root fertilizing and aerating at-risk trees.

Steps you can take to join in the effort:

• Plant natives: Oaks are
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), August 31, 2025

2. Trees of Carl Schurz Park Marker
the most beneficial of all.
• Respect street trees which are vital to urban health.
• Protect tree bases from foot traffic by planting ground cover or surrounding with mulch.

Erected by Carl Schurz Park Conservancy.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Environment • Horticulture & Forestry • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 2020.

Location. 40° 46.541′ N, 73° 56.619′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is in Yorkville. It can be reached from the intersection of East End Avenue and East 87th Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 170 East End Ave, New York NY 10028, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in New York City.

It is also in the American Northeast

and in the Mid-Atlantic.

Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region,

North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Netherland

and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Carl Schurz Park (a few steps from this marker); Gracie Mansion (within shouting distance of this marker); Birds of Carl Schurz Park (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Every Day Is Earth Day At Carl Schurz Park (about 300 feet away); Henderson Place Historic District (about 500 feet away); a different marker also named Carl Schurz Park (approx. 0.2 miles away); Lighthouse (approx. ¼ mile away); Pope Benedict XVI Visit (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Manhattan.

Credits. This page was last revised on September 4, 2025. It was originally submitted on September 4, 2025, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 77 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 4, 2025, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.