Urban forestry encompasses the best management practices for realizing all of the benefits of trees in urban environments. It is multi-disciplinary and multifaceted and involves activities directed towards research, policy, practice and community engagement. Urban forestry is defined as the planting, maintenance, care and protection of tree populations incities, towns and suburban areas, and any strategy looking to maximize the benefits which trees provide. The role of trees is an essential function of city planning and urban infrastructure as they provide essential benefits for humans and improved habitats for urban wildlife. Planned connections of green spaces encompass not only parks and gardens, but also landscaped boulevards, river and coastal promenades, greenways and even simple street-side tree boxes. All of which require strategic planning and a skilled workforce.