TreesCharlotte, a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing Charlotte’s tree canopy, will hold five TreeAdoption events this spring. At these events, Charlotte residents can receive FREE trees, as well as training on how to care for them. The first event is this Saturday in Steele Creek. Other events will follow around Charlotte on Feb. 12, Feb. 26, March 5 and March 26.
TreesCharlotte’s mission is to help the City of Charlotte reach its goal of 50% tree canopy by 2050. We therefore limit our efforts to expand the canopy within Charlotte’s city limits and limit participation to Charlotte residents only. (Unfortunately, we do not serve Matthews, Mint Hill, Pineville, Huntersville, Davidson, Cornelius, other municipalities outside Charlotte, or Mecklenburg County.)
Proof of Charlotte residency (such as a driver’s license, utility bill, etc.) may be required on the day of the event.
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TreeAdoption Events:
– Registration is required and opens several days prior to the event. First time adopters have early access to registration. Each Charlotte address/household can get up to two trees.
– A valid email address is required to register.
– Please allow for at least 45 minutes to receive your trees as everyone is required to go through a planting demonstration, during which you will be taught how to properly plant and care for your tree(s).
– About the trees: The trees are in 3, 5, and 7-gallon containers, measure 6-10 feet tall and weigh about 10-15 pounds. The mulch weighs 25 pounds/bag.
– TreesCharlotte will send a follow-up email with planting instructions – including a planting video – watering instructions and specific information about the species you select.
Saturday’s TreeAdoption Event in Steele Creek
What: Steele Creek ZIP code TreeAdoption
Date: Saturday, Feb. 5
Time: 9 a.m. – 11 am
Where: Steele Creek Athletic Association, 13530 Choate Circle.
Who: Residents in 28217, 28273, and 28278 zip codes.
Register: Jan. 31 for first-timers, Feb. 1 for all others. 1/31 for 1st timers.
Registered participants will receive two free trees and two bags of mulch, as well as care information and a planting demonstration at our TreeAdoption event. Choose your tree species and get more details when you register.
Feb. 12 TreeAdoption Event in Crescent Area
What: Crescent TreeAdoption
Date: Saturday, Feb. 12
Time: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Where: City of Charlotte Landscape Management, 701 Tuckaseegee Road.
Who: Residents in 28206, 28208, 28213, 28214, & 28216 ZIP codes
Register: Feb. 4 – Feb. 10
Registered participants will receive two free trees and two bags of mulch, as well as care information and a planting demonstration at our TreeAdoption event from 9 – 11 a.m. Choose your tree species and get more details when you register. Registration required Feb. 4-10 for all residents.
Feb. 26 TreeAdoption Event in South Charlotte
What: South ZIP code TreeAdoption
Date: Saturday, Feb. 26
Time: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Where: Jay M Robinson Middle School, 5925 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy.
Who: Residents in 28226, 28270, and 28277 zip codes
Register: Feb. 21 for 1st timers, Feb. 22 for all others
Registered participants will receive two free trees and two bags of mulch, as well as care information and a planting demonstration at our TreeAdoption event from 9 – 11 a.m. Choose your tree species and get more details when you register. Registration required: Feb. 21 for first timers register, Feb. 22 for all others.
March 5 TreeAdoption Event in Central Charlotte
What: Central ZIP code TreeAdoption
Date: Saturday, 3/5
Time: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Where: AvidXchange INC, 1210 AvidXchange lane.
Who: Residents in 28202, 28203, 28204, 28206, & 28216 ZIP codes
Register: Feb. 28 for 1st timers, March 1 for all others
Registered participants will receive two free trees and two bags of mulch, as well as care information and a planting demonstration at our TreeAdoption event from 9 – 11 a.m. Choose your tree species and get more details when you register. Registration required: Feb. 28 for first timers, March 1 for all others.
March 26 Citywide Season-ending TreeAdoption Event
What: City-wide TreeAdoption
Date: Saturday, March 26
Time: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Where: City of Charlotte Landscape Management, 701 Tuckaseegee Road.
Who: All Charlotte residents
Register: March 21 for 1st timers, March 22 for all others
Registered participants will receive two free trees and two bags of mulch, as well as care information and a planting demonstration at our TreeAdoption event from 9 – 11 a.m. Choose your tree species and get more details when you register. Registration required: March 21 for first timers register, March 22 for all others.
