Park Strip Tree Planting
You Water. We Plant — For FREE!
Join the Salt Lake City Urban Forestry Division in enhancing our city’s vibrancy! By simply providing water, we’ll plant a tree in your parkstrip at no cost. Together, we can make our city an even better place to live, work, and play.
Request a tree below and we’ll come plant during the dormant season (November-April) to utilize winter’s regular rainfall, ensuring a stress-free start for your tree.
Frequently Asked Questions
What species of tree will be planted?
Urban Forestry plants trees ideal for Salt Lake City. Most are ‘proven performers’, while some are species tailored to our local conditions. Arborists from the Urban Forestry Division determine the tree species based on the best fit for your parkstrip and neighborhood. If you have a preference, note it in your request; we usually accommodate, though it’s not guaranteed.
How will Urban Forestry contact me?
The Urban Forestry Division will keep you updated about your tree request. You’ll receive a letter detailing the expected timeline, proposed tree species, and more. If you’ve made a request, expect your tree to be on the list for the next dormant season. Additional questions? Give our office a call at 801-972-7818
When can I request a tree?
Want a tree? Make a request anytime! Urban Forestry plants during the dormant season (November to April). Here’s a quick guide: Your tree will likely be planted between November 2024 and April 2025. If it is passed April 2025, or if we don’t have available trees, you may have to wait until the following planting season. Any questions? We’re here to help!
Who can request a tree?
Anyone! You can suggest a spot in a park strip or city park, even if you’re not the neighboring homeowner. Just remember, if the homeowner says no, we’ll respect that. All tree requests come with one condition: a promise to water. If it’s not your home, either you or the homeowner should commit to providing the new tree water.