Planting Healthier, Greener Communities
For more than three decades, Capital Roots’ Urban Greening Program has transformed neighborhoods across the Capital Region by planting thousands of trees and creating vibrant public landscapes. What began in 1989 has grown into a movement that connects people with nature right where they live.
Free Trees, Lasting Impact
As part of our multi-year tree planting initiative, residents and businesses can apply to have a FREE tree planted along the street adjacent to their property.
Who’s Eligible:
Use the map below to see if you qualify!
Urban Forestry Jurisdiction Map
Jurisdictional map for Capital Roots’ free street tree program. Use the search function to find if you are eligible for a free street tree. Click on the magnifying glass icon in the lower right corner and type in your address. If your address falls within the grey area, you are eligible! Please fill out a street tree application form below!
Why Urban Greening Matters
Urban planting does far more than beautify a block. They:
Cool our cities
by providing shade and reducing energy use.
Improve air quality
and help manage stormwater.
Improve our neighborhoods
and enhance livability.
Create welcoming green spaces
that encourage community connection.
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Each spring and fall, community volunteers, including local students, join us in planting projects across the region. Their hands-on work brings immediate change, and the care of dedicated residents ensures that trees thrive long into the future.
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