‘The more trees, the merrier’: Philly’s commercial corridors are blooming with greenery thanks to 117 new trees

Forty-eight “heritage” trees have been cut down in the park’s former golf course to make way for athletic fields and courts.

The African Center will span 37,000 square feet. Plans include a community center, restaurant, health clinic, day care and office space.

Winter storms, heavy snow, and ice can damage trees, arborists say.