Tree species are subject to change given unforeseen conditions. If tree availability changes, we will reach out to program participants with updated tree substitutions. Check out our Tree Selection Guides for more details on each species!
If your space allows, consider planting a large tree for maximum tree canopy impact! Large trees are community assets that do more to help keep neighborhoods cool during the hottest days, manage stormwater runoff, slow neighborhood traffic, provide mental health benefits, and so much more.
Small Trees (minimum of 4 feet width needed from the curb to the edge of the sidewalk or property line).
Skyrocket juniper, Juniperus scopulorum ‘Skyrocket’ (powerline friendly)*
Thornless cockspur hawthorn, Crataegus crusgalli var. inermis (powerline friendly)*
Persian Ironwood, Parrotia persica ‘Ruby Vase’
*limited quantities, reserved only for sites with overhead powerlines.
Medium Trees (minimum of 6 feet width needed from curb to the edge of the sidewalk or property line).
Yellowwood, Cladastris kentukea
Hackberry, Celtis occidentalis
Incense Cedar, Calocedrus decurrens
Large Trees (minimum of 8 feet width needed from the curb to the edge of the sidewalk or property line).
Deodar cedar, Cedrus deodara
London planetree, Platanus x acerifolia ‘Morton Circle’
Italian Oak, Quercus frainetto ‘Forest Green’