The board of Hollywood-Santa Monica Neighborhood Association arranged for a tree expert to explain simple ways people can ensure the health of trees on their property.

The event last weekend also included the opportunity to buy trees so neighbors can contribute to the area's tree canopy and offset some of that carbon footprint.

Scott Dahlberg, a specialist with Moore Tree Care, gave the crowd pointers on planing and the care and feeding of trees, particularly young trees. He advised residents to: