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App tells neighbours when street trees are thirsty
Original: ‘Like caring for a pet’: the app that lets you know if your neighbourhood tree is thirsty
A new app is drawing attention for letting residents check whether trees in their neighbourhood need watering, with users comparing the routine to caring for a pet. The tool aims to help communities keep urban trees healthy during dry spells, encouraging people to monitor and water the trees on their streets.
Why now: Interest in urban tree care is growing amid hot, dry weather and concerns about city greenery surviving heatwaves.
Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 10 snapshots from 10 h ago to 57 min ago.
Evidence
- ‘Like caring for a pet’: the app that lets you know if your neighbourhood tree is thirsty · The Guardian
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