Free Tree Giveaway

Did you know Green Columbus is hosting three FREE tree giveaways in October? All you have to do is register for the type of tree you want! They will be distributing free yard trees in 3-gallon pots on the first three Saturdays of October. People can register to pick up a tree from Green Columbus nurseries in the Hilltop on Oct. 1 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and Linden on Oct. 8 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. The department has partnered with Green Columbus to expand this tree giveaway to the South Side neighborhood so a tree giveaway will be held at Barack Community Center on Oct. 15 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.!

Check out some tips about planting a tree in your yard. Planting and species care information will be provided, and all of the options are native shade trees that benefit the environment. Don’t miss your chance to help Columbus’ urban forest by planting a free tree. The City’s Urban Forestry Master Plan encourages all residents to plant trees in their yard because it is an important way to increase the tree canopy in Columbus. Register for your free tree here.