How do I use PhillyTreeMap?

PhillyTreeMap is a map database of trees in the 13-county, 3-state region around Philadelphia and parts of New Jersey and Delaware. Here are a few ways to explore and interact with the site.

Searching

PhillyTreeMap contains tree inventory data contributed by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, and Lower Merion Township. There are several ways to search the data.

• Location: Enter an address including city and state in the location search box. You can also select a location by clicking the List button. The List box only includes locations where trees have already been entered into PhillyTreeMap. If your city or neighborhood isn’t on the list, start adding trees!
• Species: To search by species, begin typing a species name (either common or scientific) in the species search box. As you type, PhillyTreeMap will suggest various species. You can also choose a species by clicking the List button.
• Location and Species: Use both the location and species search criteria to narrow the search results.
• Map: By default, PhillyTreeMap will load all the trees in the system as a series of green dots. You can navigate around the map and zoom in and out in order to see the trees in a particular location.

You can view more information about a tree by clicking on the green dot on the map. To view a complete record for the tree, including any available photos, select the View All Details button in the pop-up information box.

Adding a Tree

We know that there are many trees in the 13-county, 3-state region that are not included in PhillyTreeMap. That’s where we need you! We’re looking for people to add trees to the database. If you have information about a tree, create a free account with PhillyTreeMap and start adding trees!

Adding a tree involves a few easy steps.

1. Search for the location on the tree in PhillyTreeMap to confirm that the tree is not already in the database. If it's not listed, click the Add a Tree button at the top of the page to go to the Add a Tree page.
2. In Step 1, enter the address or intersection closest to the tree, including the city and state to ensure an accurate location. Click the View Map button.
3. In Step 2, specify the placement of the tree on the map by clicking and dragging the orange circle to the correct location of the tree. The system will automatically correct the address as necessary.
4. Review the trees listed in the Nearby Trees box next to the map to confirm that your tree has not already been entered in PhillyTreeMap.
5. In Step 3 on the Add a Tree page, enter a species name for your tree. You can do this by typing the species name (either common or scientific) and then selecting a species from the suggested list. If you are not sure of the species, visit the Philly Tree Key and follow the steps to determine the tree species. Selecting a species is optional. If you're not sure of the species, enter the tree anyway and other users of the site can help determine the species.
6. After adding a tree, you can add additional details on the Full Tree Detail page including the diameter, plot type, and photos of the tree. The more information the better!

Editing a Tree

Many of the tree records in PhillyTreeMap are not complete. You can help create a more accurate inventory by editing and adding to the details for a tree. To edit a tree, follow these steps.

1. Create a free account on PhillyTreeMap.
2. Search for trees until you find one for which you have additional information. Click on the green dot on the map to open a box with more options for that tree. Click the View All Details button to view tree information or click the Edit Details button to edit information.
3. On the Edit Tree Info page, edit the fields for which you have information. You may also upload photographs of the tree.
4. All changes are immediately available on the website. An administrator may periodically review recent changes to ensure accuracy and prevent errors.
5. Keep editing! Help us create a current and accurate map inventory of trees in southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.